In a recent WarRoom episode, Steve Bannon welcomed US Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) to discuss pressing political issues, including the Supreme Court’s decision on immunity for official acts and its potential impact on President Trump’s actions on January 6th. Senator Paul emphasized that the kind of conversation happening on the WarRoom platform is exactly what the American people need to hear, underscoring the importance of open, candid discussions about government accountability and constitutional principles.

“What we need are more conversations like this one here on WarRoom,” Sen. Rand Paul told Steve Bannon. 

Paul while emphasizing the importance of having candid and open conversations on platforms like WarRoom,  argued that mainstream media often fails to hold influential figures accountable, leaving a gap that independent platforms like WarRoom can fill. He believes these conversations are vital for fostering a more transparent and responsible government, allowing Americans to hear detailed and uncensored discussions about critical political issues.

Paul and Bannon aim to empower their audience with knowledge and encourage a more active and informed citizenry through these dialogues.

Bannon began the interaction by asking Senator Paul for his thoughts on the Supreme Court’s recent ruling regarding immunity for official acts. Paul expressed cautious optimism, noting that the decision was a positive step forward. However, he highlighted a crucial question: whether President Trump’s speech on January 6th would be considered an official act and thus protected by immunity. He acknowledged that this determination would likely be sent back to the lower courts to decide, emphasizing the complexity of distinguishing between official duties and political or partisan activities.

Paul elaborated on the intricacies of defining official acts, drawing parallels with his own experiences as a senator. He explained that his speeches to the public, whether on the radio or other platforms, are part of his official duties. Similarly, he argued that presidential speeches, including those made by Trump on January 6th, should be considered official acts. This perspective is crucial because it frames Trump’s actions as part of his constitutional responsibilities, potentially granting him immunity from prosecution for those actions.

The conversation also touched on the broader implications of the Supreme Court’s decisions, including the recent overturn of Chevron deference.  Bannon described this as a monumental step in curbing the administrative state’s power, likening it to dismantling a “Leviathan.” He urged businesses beleaguered by excessive regulations to challenge these in court now that the precedent favoring government interpretation of ambiguous laws has been overturned. The shift, Paul argued, restores a presumption of liberty and individual rights, as originally intended by the Constitution.

Transitioning to another critical topic, Bannon and  Paul discussed Dr. Anthony Fauci and the origins of COVID-19.  Paul, drawing from his medical background, criticized Fauci for denying involvement in gain-of-function research and for misleading the public. He detailed his own investigative efforts, including his book “Deception: The Great COVID Cover-Up,” which aims to expose the truth about the pandemic’s origins and Fauci’s role. Paul accused Fauci of lying to Congress and called for greater oversight and accountability in biomedical research.

For more context, watch the full segment: LINK