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The White House backs Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin amid growing MAGA pressure for tougher immigration enforcement, with Steve Bannon and other influencers pushing for a DHS shake-up (potentially naming Bill Pulte as interim head) even as Trump allies insist Mullin is carrying out the administration’s agenda ahead of the midterm elections.
Steve Bannon blasts Trump campaign aides for backing Cornyn in the Texas GOP Senate primary, while Ken Paxton positions himself as the MAGA standard-bearer; Tony Fabrizio and Chris LaCivita are aligned with Cornyn's campaign, sparking a fresh intra-MAGA rift as the White House remains neutral and the race foreshadows more internal battles within the party.
New Justice Department files show Steve Bannon repeatedly advised Jeffrey Epstein on how to counter sexual-abuse allegations and rebuild his image, including suggesting lawyers, planning a “media training” session, and coordinating messaging for a documentary. Epstein sought Bannon’s help to rehabilitate his reputation as prosecutors renewed scrutiny in 2019, while Bannon portrayed the relationship as professional and for documentary purposes; the disclosures also reveal perks and a close, complicated rapport that persisted until Epstein’s 2019 arrest.
Newly released DOJ documents show Steve Bannon courted Jeffrey Epstein in 2019 to help undermine Pope Francis as part of his nationalist-populist strategy. The exchanges reference a potential film project tied to Frédéric Martel’s book and suggest Bannon aimed to weaponize faith against the pontiff, with Epstein signaling involvement and discussing Vatican-related plans; the material underscores Bannon’s Rome-focused activity and his antagonism toward Francis.
The Justice Department asked Judge Carl Nichols to dismiss Steve Bannon’s two-count contempt indictment for defying the Jan. 6 committee subpoena, a move that could erase his conviction and potentially end his Supreme Court appeal; Bannon has already served a four-month prison sentence and the DOJ framed the step as being in the interests of justice.
Steve Bannon urged immigration agents to surround polling sites for the November midterms, a call echoed by Donald Trump’s push to federalize elections. Elections officials warn that heavy immigration enforcement near polls could intimidate voters, especially in Democratic areas. The remarks come amid ongoing fights over election administration, voter data access, and persistent—but disputed—claims about undocumented voters influencing elections.
Steve Bannon claimed on his War Room podcast that ICE would patrol polling sites for the midterms, while Trump urged “nationalizing voting,” fueling concerns among election officials about potential federal interference; state officials say they are planning responses to possible attempts to influence or rig elections.
The Justice Department released more than 3 million pages, plus thousands of videos and images, from its Epstein investigation under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, including material about Steve Tisch, Steve Bannon, Elon Musk, Prince Andrew, and Maxwell, as well as staff manuals and a draft 2007 indictment; prosecutors say the release is incomplete due to redactions to protect victims, while survivors and lawmakers push for unredacted, fuller disclosure.
President Trump has hinted at the possibility of a third term, despite the clear constitutional restriction of the 22nd Amendment, with allies like Steve Bannon discussing legal workarounds and Trump himself leaving the door open, though experts agree such a third term would be unconstitutional.
California Governor Gavin Newsom expressed deep concern over Donald Trump and allies discussing a potential third or fourth presidential term in 2028, highlighting fears of election interference and political instability, amid comments from Steve Bannon supporting such plans.
Steve Bannon has publicly discussed a 'plan' for Donald Trump to serve a third term in 2028, suggesting potential legal loopholes and a vision of consolidating power, which raises concerns about authoritarian ambitions. Despite constitutional limits, allies hint at strategies to bypass them, emphasizing Trump's continued influence and the possibility of an 'Age of Trump' that challenges traditional democratic norms.
New Epstein estate documents reveal that Elon Musk, Steve Bannon, and a Thiel Foundation press contact had relationships with Jeffrey Epstein after his 2007 plea deal, raising questions about their connections and the handling of Epstein-related information. The release of these documents has sparked political controversy, with Democrats emphasizing the importance of transparency and Republicans criticizing the selective disclosure of information.
Steve Bannon criticized the potential US push for regime change in Iran, praising the Iran strike but warning that unclear success could lead to US military involvement, amid ongoing debates over intervention and Iran's nuclear capabilities.
President Trump has delayed his decision on attacking Iran for two weeks amid divisions within his support base and recent visits by Steve Bannon to the White House, with ongoing discussions about potential negotiations and military action influenced by Israeli strikes and political debates.