A federal judge has ordered Steve Bannon, former adviser to ex-President Trump, to start his four-month prison sentence as he appeals his contempt of Congress conviction. U.S. District Judge Carl Nichols ruled on Wednesday that Bannon must surrender by July 1, following the rejection of his appeal by a three-judge panel last month.
Judge Nichols, appointed by Trump, stated, “The government’s motion is granted.” Bannon had opposed immediate incarceration, arguing that he would appeal to the Supreme Court if necessary and should remain free during the process.
Bannon was convicted in 2022 for failing to appear for a deposition and refusing to provide subpoenaed documents to the now-disbanded House Jan. 6 committee. The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals panel’s rejection of Bannon’s appeal led the Justice Department to push for his immediate imprisonment, stating there were no substantial legal questions that could result in a reversal or new trial.
Bannon’s lawyer argued against immediate imprisonment, claiming the appeal had not yet reached a bench capable of overturning the precedent used to uphold the conviction. Bannon is one of two individuals charged and convicted for non-compliance with the Jan. 6 committee’s orders. Former Trump adviser Peter Navarro is currently serving his four-month sentence for similar contempt charges after unsuccessful attempts to avoid prison, including seeking emergency relief from the Supreme Court.
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