Former White House strategist Steve Bannon reported to a federal prison in Danbury, Connecticut, to begin a four-month sentence for defying a congressional subpoena. Bannon, the second former Trump aide imprisoned for contempt of Congress, was taken into custody shortly after 12 p.m. ET.
Bannon and Peter Navarro were convicted for not complying with subpoenas from the House Select Committee investigating January 6, 2021. The Supreme Court denied Bannon's effort to avoid prison while challenging his conviction.
Bannon claimed he followed legal advice not to respond to the subpoena until Trump's executive privilege claims were resolved. Despite his impending sentence, Bannon remained a vocal Trump supporter and continued hosting his podcast.
He expressed confidence in his influence even from prison, stating, 'I'm going to be more powerful in prison than I am now.' Bannon's prison, Danbury, houses a small population of male and female inmates, including white-collar criminals.
At Danbury, inmates lack internet access and can only send monitored emails. Bannon, known for his media presence, will have limited phone minutes and no business activities allowed while incarcerated.
Despite the restrictions, Bannon believed his media platform would thrive without him. He expressed determination to impact Trump's 2024 campaign, emphasizing his commitment to the cause.
Before his intake process, Bannon remained focused on his campaign efforts, anticipating a significant impact even during his prison term. He prepared for standard procedures like metal detector checks, strip searches, and mental health evaluations.
Life behind bars at Danbury will require Bannon to adapt to a new routine, devoid of fan mail distractions. He urged supporters to prioritize the campaign, emphasizing the need for unwavering dedication to their cause.
