Bannon, who was convicted for contempt of Congress, declared his pride in becoming a "martyr" for the Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement.
According to The New York Post, Bannon, aged 70, made these remarks during a press conference held shortly before his noon reporting time at FCI Danbury. The conference was attended by notable figures such as far-right Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.), 2024 Minnesota Republican Senate candidate Royce White, and followers of Bannon's "War Room" podcast.
July 02, 2024
Bannon addressed his supporters with a defiant message, stating, “I am proud to go to prison. If this is what it takes to stand up to tyranny; if this is what it takes to stand up to the [Attorney General Merrick] Garland corrupt criminal DOJ; if this is what it takes to stand up to [House Speaker emerita] Nancy Pelosi; if this is what it takes to stand up to Joe Biden — I’m proud to do it.” His words reflect a steadfast commitment to the conservative cause, even in the face of personal adversity.
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In a surprising twist, a Catholic priest from a nearby retreat house in Connecticut made an appearance after Bannon's speech. The priest pledged to keep Bannon in his prayers, a gesture that underscores the deep-seated support for Bannon within certain conservative circles. This incident serves as a testament to the enduring influence of Bannon and the MAGA movement, demonstrating their unwavering dedication to conservative values and resistance against perceived governmental overreach.
