Now in prison, Steve Bannon just says it like it is. Before he surrendered, he spoke to ABC. The man is deserving of our respect, as one of our greatest fighters for freedom. Which is why the Soviet Democrats moved to jail him.
Steve Bannon, the former advisor to ex-President Donald Trump, engaged in a tense interview with ABC’s Jon Karl ahead of his four-month prison sentence for a 2022 contempt of Congress conviction. The discussion, which aired on ABC’s “This Week,” delved into Bannon’s controversial past remarks and the implications of a potential second Trump presidency.
During the interview, Karl revisited Bannon’s post-2020 election comments where he metaphorically suggested putting the heads of FBI Director Christopher Wray and Dr. Anthony Fauci on pikes outside the White House. Bannon defended his words, asserting they were a metaphor commonly used in political rhetoric and accused Karl of fearmongering. He emphasized that such expressions are standard in politics, meant to symbolize strong actions against bureaucratic inertia, not literal threats.
Steve Bannon GOES OFF On ABC’s Jon Karl
“That is a metaphor… And it’s beneath you to bring it up…..In this town, a thousand times a day, people go. We got to put the heads on pike. We have to put his head on a pike. It was a metaphor.”https://t.co/SY4Bg96hw7— Mr Producer (@RichSementa) July 1, 2024
The conversation also touched on the serious issue of security for public figures. Bannon pointed out that both he and the individuals he had commented on, like Fauci, receive death threats as part of their high-profile positions. This, he argued, is an unfortunate reality of public service at high levels. Karl questioned Bannon about his insensitivity to the heightened security needs of these individuals given the charged political climate.
Want the guy, a 34X convicted felon w/a guy who needs to be power washed w/industrial strength disinfectant OR do you want a proven Family Values ticket of #BidenHarris2024?
“Steve Bannon, speaking with Jon Karl, defined Trump’s 2nd term as a “POST-CONSTITUTIONAL LEVIATHON.” pic.twitter.com/Bwyz1PxG0d— Grild Cheez (@grild_cheez) June 30, 2024
Bannon’s recent remarks on his podcast about the potential legal consequences for various government officials under a second Trump term were also scrutinized. He had stated that figures such as the former Attorney General and heads of major federal agencies should be investigated for their actions against Trump. While Bannon insisted that his call was for justice, not retribution, Karl highlighted the former president’s own words that suggested a desire for retribution against his political adversaries.
ABC. Home of the next debate. If it takes place.
Steve Bannon gets into FIERY exchange with ABC’s Jon Karl over ‘heads on a pike’ remark https://t.co/qRXP9cbNAE via @americanwire_
— Bo Snerdley (@BoSnerdley) June 30, 2024
In a broader sense, Bannon expressed no regrets about his statements, despite the backlash and the platform bans that followed. He claimed that controversies surrounding his comments had only increased the popularity of his show.
Throughout the interview, Bannon remained firm on his stance that his comments were metaphorical and reflective of his desire for systemic change rather than actual harm. He reiterated that his ultimate goal was justice, dismissing suggestions that he advocated for unlawful actions against political opponents.
Key Points:
- Tense Interview: Steve Bannon participated in a heated interview with Jon Karl on ABC, discussing his controversial remarks and views ahead of serving a prison sentence for contempt of Congress.
- Metaphorical Defense: Bannon defended his past comments about placing heads on pikes as political metaphor, arguing they were not meant to incite violence but to symbolize a tough stance against government bureaucracy.
- Security and Threats: The discussion addressed the reality of death threats faced by public figures, with Bannon emphasizing that such threats are an unfortunate part of high-level political roles.
- Justice vs. Retribution: Bannon clarified his position on potential legal actions against Trump’s adversaries, distinguishing between seeking justice and pursuing retribution.
- Impact on Public Discourse: Despite facing criticism and platform bans, Bannon claimed his controversial statements had boosted his show’s popularity, underscoring his influence on political discourse.
TL Holcomb – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News
