Bannon’s WarRoom, Show Clip Roundup 12/10/2024 [PM]

Steve Bannon's War Room

10 December 2024

Bannon: “Fire Them All, They’re Illegitimate They’ve Got To Go”

Steve Bannon discussed several topics on the December 10, 2024 edition of his show. He began by reflecting on key legal figures, including Professor Melissa Murray from NYU Law and election integrity lawyer Mark Elias, emphasizing their influence in shaping election law and their role in pushing back against Trump’s movement. Bannon also stressed the importance of watching both Fox and MSNBC to understand the political landscape, pointing out that MSNBC’s coverage provides valuable insights. He discussed the significant consequences of current nominations, particularly in civil rights, and how these shifts in the Justice Department could impact election integrity.

Bannon highlighted a report from the New York Times on a recent conflict involving Charlie Kirk’s show and defense secretary nominee Pete Hexv, noting that the situation could be turning in Trump’s favor. He also previewed significant developments in North Carolina related to election shifts.

In his conversation with Roger Kimball, a leading figure in the MAGA movement, Bannon examined strategies for a Trump presidency. Kimball recommended firing all political appointees on day one, freezing government contracts, and cutting smaller agencies, such as the National Endowment for the Arts and Planned Parenthood. Bannon agreed with Kimball, emphasizing the need for immediate action to curb government spending and influence. He compared Trump’s electoral success to a military campaign, urging supporters to recognize that the real battle lies ahead. Bannon concluded by endorsing Kimball’s suggestions, particularly those targeting government waste and inefficiency.

Part One:

Bannon: “Trump Is Gonna Come In With Force, Trump’s Gonna Come In With Power”

Steve Bannon discusses several issues, particularly related to U.S. defense spending, government reforms, and the political opportunities for President Trump’s team. He criticizes the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which sets a trillion-dollar defense budget and includes provisions for various policy decisions, including substantial military aid to Ukraine. He highlights the wastefulness of government spending, particularly grants and contracts that support left-wing causes or unnecessary projects, and advocates for a drastic reduction in government bureaucracy.

Bannon calls for immediate action to replace Biden-appointed officials, from U.S. attorneys to board members at institutions like the Naval Academy, emphasizing the need to fire anyone tied to the current administration. He argues that President Trump’s approach of appointing people who have been targeted by the government—like Cash Patel and Jay Bhattacharya—would help dismantle the “deep state.”

He also highlights the inefficiencies in the federal government, citing how many employees still work remotely despite the pandemic’s end, and questions why taxpayers are funding such bloated operations. Bannon stresses the importance of seizing the current political moment, as the opportunity to make significant reforms is fleeting. He warns that the opposition is working tirelessly to undermine the system and believes that if Republicans fail to act now, they will regret it. Lastly, he emphasizes the necessity of tackling the defense budget to initiate broader changes in government spending and priorities.

Julie Kelly On The J6 Judges: “We Are The Only Ones Who Are Calling Them Out”

In their conversation, Steve Bannon and Julie Kelly discuss recent developments in the treatment of January 6 defendants, highlighting a shift in the legal landscape. They celebrate a recent ruling by Judge Royce Lamberth, who, after public pressure and legal advocacy, showed leniency in a case involving a January 6 defendant. Lamberth, who had previously threatened severe punishment, instead ordered the defendant to be released, acknowledging time already served. This decision marked a rare moment of mercy, especially after the defendant’s conviction under the controversial 15-12 C2 charge was vacated by the Supreme Court.

Bannon and Kelly credit the change to a combination of good legal representation and sustained public pressure on judges like Lamberth, who have been criticized for harsh sentencing of January 6 defendants. They emphasize their role in exposing judicial overreach, noting that other outlets have failed to hold these judges accountable. Bannon stresses the importance of public awareness and the potential for impeachment of judges who abuse their power.

Kelly also brings attention to Judge Chief Judge Faruqui Howell, an Obama appointee, who has been involved in controversial decisions, particularly regarding pre-trial detention and the treatment of January 6 defendants. Kelly criticizes Howell for setting precedents that led to unjust incarceration of political protesters, accusing her of collusion with the DOJ and undermining constitutional rights. Both Bannon and Kelly advocate for the impeachment of such judges, calling for accountability in the judiciary.