Steve Bannon

• Steve Bannon's Explosive Trump Third Term Claim Ignites Constitutional Crisis Fears

  Steve Bannon BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Steve Bannon just set off a firestorm in political media with his explosive interview for The Economist’s new Insider series. In the video interview released October 23, Bannon—never one for subtlety—said flatly that Donald Trump would have a third term in office and declared that leaders of the MAGA movement “have a plan” to defy the 22nd Amendment, which bars a president from being elected more than twice. The Economist pressed Bannon about this assertion, to which he replied cryptically, “At the appropriate time, we’ll lay out what the plan is, but there’s a plan, and President Trump will be the president in 28” and “We have to finish what we started… Trump is a vehicle of divine providence.” That triggered a wave of alarm—and, in some corners, outrage. According to The Economist, Bannon boasted about populist nationalist movements he’s helped galvanize across Europe, where several now stand on the doorstep of real power.The World Socialist Web Site reports Bannon openly acknowledging what many of his critics have long charged: that he and Trump’s circle are preparing to seize American institutions and gradually “purge them,” an echo of 20th century authoritarian tactics. The interview completely sidestepped the “No Kings” protests on October 18, in which more than seven million Americans rallied against potential efforts to abolish or evade term limits for the presidency.The headlines have been relentless. Unusual Whales summed it up simply: “Steve Bannon: Trump is gonna get a third term.” ABC News ran a segment this weekend highlighting California Governor Gavin Newsom’s deep concern about Bannon and Trump hinting at a 2028 presidential run, with Newsom cautioning that the rhetoric coming from Bannon should be taken very seriously. The hosts of The View echoed the same alarm, with Whoopi Goldberg bluntly saying Bannon “just added more fuel to the fire,” especially as Trump himself won’t rule out the prospect on camera.On social media, Bannon’s remarks have trended continuously since the interview dropped, with “Trump third term,” “Bannon” and “constitutional crisis” all breaking into the top five on X and TikTok political feeds. Critics, pundits and even legal scholars—such as on Truthout—have widely denounced Bannon’s claims as unconstitutional, but the story has continued to gain traction, particularly as it becomes clear Bannon is not walking it back. No evidence has surfaced in major press reports of specific legal maneuvers or business activity related to this “plan,” so for now, this is all strategic rhetoric, but it’s rhetoric with real world consequences as it stirs both MAGA loyalists and the opposition in near equal measure.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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• Bannon's Bombshell: Trump 2028 and the Constitutional Crisis Ahead | Political Fallout Erupts

  Steve Bannon BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Steve Bannon made explosive headlines this week after declaring in a video interview with The Economist that Donald Trump will serve a third presidential term in 2028, despite the Constitution's 22nd Amendment explicitly prohibiting it. The former White House chief strategist didn't mince words, telling the publication that Trump is going to be president in 2028 and people ought to just get accommodated with that. When pressed about the constitutional barrier, Bannon insisted there are many different alternatives and claimed there is a plan, though he refused to reveal specifics, saying they'll lay out the details at the appropriate time.The interview, released on October 23rd, quickly went viral and sparked intense backlash across the political spectrum. MSNBC covered the story extensively, with reports highlighting the constitutional impossibility of such a scenario. The Washington Times and The Independent both picked up the story, noting that Bannon believes winning in 2028 would actually be easier than Trump's previous victories in 2016 and 2024. Bannon argued the country needs Trump to finish what they started and claimed they had longer odds in previous elections.This isn't the first time Bannon has floated this idea. According to The New Republic, he mentioned similar plans in a NewsNation interview earlier in October. The timing coincides with Trump himself posting provocative content on Truth Social, including a mock video showing campaign signs reading Trump 2028, Trump 2032, and beyond, set to ominous classical music. Trump also reportedly displayed Trump 2028 caps on the Resolute Desk during a recent meeting with Democratic leaders Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries.The remarks come amid massive nationwide protests, with Truthout and other outlets reporting that nearly 7 million people participated in demonstrations last weekend against what organizers called Trump's authoritarianism. Legal experts and civil society groups have expressed alarm that such rhetoric normalizes the dismantling of constitutional term limits, with many calling on Congress to reaffirm democratic safeguards before the 2028 election cycle begins.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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• Bannon's Trifecta: Supreme Court Gambit, Trump 2028 Talk, and Holy Land Remix

  Steve Bannon BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Steve Bannon is back in the headlines with a mix of legal gambits political provocations and international controversy in just the past few days. After a stint in the shadows his refusal to comply with a congressional subpoena over the January 6th Capitol attack has rocketed back into the legal spotlight. Bannon’s team has now petitioned the Supreme Court hoping to overturn his contempt of Congress conviction arguing that he acted on legal advice in not appearing before the House committee. According to Law360 and The Hill his legal filings have been strategically circulated in the media ahead of their official submission a very Bannon-esque move meant to maximize public attention. The big question he wants the Court to consider is whether legal advice should shield public officials from contempt charges in this kind of standoff—where the consequences could reach well beyond his own case.On the political front Bannon has stirred the pot by openly discussing on NewsNation the idea of a Donald Trump run for a third term in 2028. His coy but bold remarks have reignited debate over presidential term limits. Bannon has confidently claimed there are “different alternatives” to get Trump back on the ballot and again stoked speculation hinting that behind-the-scenes strategies to test or circumvent the Twenty-Second Amendment are underway. Critics have blasted these suggestions as threats to constitutional order but Bannon’s inner circle seems unfazed. His statements have been amplified across conservative media where he remains a bellwether for Trump’s ambitions as reported by NewsNation.Internationally Bannon made waves by calling for a “three-state solution” in the Middle East that includes a new “Christian state” alongside Israel and Palestine. In a string of controversial interviews highlighted by The New Arab he pressed for the establishment of this Christian state arguing that protecting Christian sites in the Holy Land requires Christians “getting their own stake.” He self-identified as a “Catholic nationalist” and threw in sharp attacks on US policies including criticism of a recent deal allowing Qatar to build a military facility in Idaho. These remarks have spurred heated discussion and drawn backlash from diplomats and religious leaders alike.Meanwhile Bannon popped up in conversation with Tucker Carlson proclaiming that young men under thirty form “the most based generation we’ve ever had,” a quote that quickly ricocheted around social media in rightwing circles according to RealClearPolitics. His celebrity in MAGA and online communities remains robust with supporters touting his influence and critics decrying his provocations.In summary Bannon has managed to propel himself back to the center of news cycles defining this week with a trifecta of major headlines: his Supreme Court challenge on contempt charges his bold chatter about Trump 2028 and his proposal to re-map the Middle East. Whether this is political theater or groundwork for future activism Bannon’s every word and maneuver is again echoing throughout the American and international media landscape.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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• Steve Bannon's Bold Claims: Trumpworld's 2028 Ambitions and Legal Battles

  Steve Bannon BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Steve Bannon has been everywhere this week, fueling headlines and stirring debate. Appearing on NewsNation’s “Batya!” Bannon boldly claimed the MAGA movement is exploring “many different alternatives” to put Donald Trump on the ballot in 2028, confidently dismissing the Twenty-Second Amendment as merely a hurdle to vault over. Asked directly if Trump is constrained by term limits, Bannon teased mid-2026 as the moment for revealing their tactics, adding that should these fail, he himself would absolutely not run, reiterating, “I’m a Trump guy here.” The New Republic and AOL both report that this amplified talk about a third Trump term, including merchandise like “Trump 2028” hats, is not just a throwaway; Bannon and allies clearly want to plant the seed that legal and constitutional obstacles are “political issues” for the Supreme Court to mull, rather than settled law.The rhetoric spilled into social and traditional media, with the debate trending as observers, including California Governor Gavin Newsom, mocked or condemned Bannon’s provocations on X. NewsNation’s interview gave Bannon space to champion Trump’s role in brokering a “peace deal” in Gaza, repeatedly giving Trump the credit and declaring it a moment the Nobel Committee ignored out of resentment. Bannon linked this foreign policy “win” to a broader narrative of American populist resurgence, and for those tracking intra-GOP dynamics, he painted the movement as open-invitation, “self-organizing,” and growing, even courting those disaffected with the Democratic Party. He also ominously warned about potential upheaval if New York City elects a progressive mayor, calling it an “inflection point in American history.”On the legal front, Law360 covered Bannon’s ongoing appeal of his contempt of Congress conviction, with his lawyers arguing his reliance on counsel means the verdict should be overturned. Above the Law summed this as Bannon “throwing his lawyer under the bus,” and with bipartisan judges recently affirming Trump can’t run for a third term, Bannon’s public stance seems as much a political performance as a legal argument.Meanwhile, Premier Christian News highlighted Bannon’s international ambitions, apparently advocating under the Trump umbrella for a “Christian state” in the Middle East as part of a “three-state solution.” The Independent reported he’s also compared Congress to Russia’s Duma, describing the current GOP as bending unequivocally to Trump.In short, Bannon’s week has been packed with headline-grabbing declarations about the future of American democracy, legal battles, Middle East geopolitics, and relentless fealty to Donald Trump. Every public move, tweet, and interview seems intended to position both himself and Trump at the epicenter of the next political storm. There is speculation and bravado, of course, but the underlying intention is calculated—Bannon wants everyone talking, tweeting, and wondering just how far Trumpworld might really go.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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• Bannon's Trump Prophecy: 2028 Bid, Gaza Triumph, NYC Fury

  Steve Bannon BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Steve Bannon has been making headlines in the past few days for his outspoken commentary on the Trump era and his relentless support for Donald Trump’s political comeback. On October 11, 2025, in a high-profile NewsNation interview, Bannon praised what he called the monumental achievement of President Trump’s peace deal in Gaza, highlighting the commercial approach that underpinned it and stressing how Middle East diplomacy had shifted with Trump’s leadership. Bannon pointedly credited Jared Kushner and other Trump allies for their roles, while criticizing figures like Benjamin Netanyahu for being absent from the final Gaza negotiations. He declared that the deal was a generational accomplishment and took the opportunity to contrast “America First” with “Israel First,” positioning Trump as the only leader capable of reconciling these competing visions.Bannon also seized the moment to wage rhetorical war on progressive New York City politics, warning that if Zohran Mamdani, a prominent progressive, wins the mayoralty, there will be “hell to pay”, calling it an inflection point in American history. Bannon’s criticisms extended beyond politics to accusations of rising radicalism and activist-fueled “Jew hatred” in New York, connecting campus activism directly to shifting public sympathies. These remarks brought additional national scrutiny after being broadcast on mainstream platforms and amplified in conservative media circles.Perhaps most significant for Bannon’s long-term legacy was his open speculation about Trump possibly running for president again in 2028. According to the Turkish science and news outlet Evrim Ağacı and other major outlets, Bannon claimed there are “many alternatives” being considered to put Trump on the ballot even with constitutional restrictions—a statement that reignited fevered speculation about future legal or political maneuvers among Trump loyalists and the GOP base. While some legal experts view such talk as little more than political theater, Bannon’s statements are fueling real conversations about the party’s future and Trump’s role within it.On the social media front, clips from Bannon’s recent interviews circulated widely on X and YouTube, where he doubled down on his views of the Democratic Party, the alleged decline of working-class support for Democrats, and his unwavering loyalty to Trump. While not every claim Bannon made has been independently verified—such as some of the most extreme predictions or insider details—his outsized influence on the MAGA movement remains undisputed. The mainstream media and political class are paying close attention, aware that Bannon’s words often preview the next moves in America’s ever-turbulent political theater.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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