"Trump Allies Bannon and Patel Signal Potential Crackdown on Media 'Conspirators' in Second Term"
In a recent interview on Steve Bannon's "War Room" podcast, former Trump allies Steve Bannon and Kash Patel hinted at a potential aggressive stance against the media should Donald Trump secure another term as president. Patel, who previously served as chief of staff in the Pentagon and worked in the Justice Department, asserted that a reelected Trump administration would actively pursue individuals in both government and the media whom they deem responsible for spreading falsehoods and influencing elections.
Bannon chimed in, expressing a commitment to dismantling the so-called deep state, suggesting that those who engaged in "evil deeds" would be held accountable and prosecuted. Patel emphasized their intention to follow the facts and the law in identifying and addressing perceived conspirators. "We will come after you," Patel warned, addressing the media, indicating potential legal action against those who allegedly lied about American citizens and allegedly assisted in election interference.
Bannon issued a stern ultimatum to the media, insisting that his statements were "absolutely dead serious." He attributed the challenges faced by the country to the actions of the deep state, laying the blame squarely on them for what he perceives as the destruction of the nation. Trump himself had previously promised "retribution" earlier in the year if reelected but declined to confirm plans for abusing power or retaliating against political opponents in a recent interview with Fox News' Sean Hannity.
The Trump campaign, however, distanced itself from Bannon and Patel's remarks, stating that their comments "have nothing to do" with the former president's objectives. Despite the campaign's clarification, the strong words from Trump's former allies have ignited concerns about potential repercussions for the media in a hypothetical second Trump term. As Trump continues to lead the race for the Republican nomination, the specter of heightened scrutiny on the media remains a focal point in the ongoing political landscape.
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