Steve Bannon's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein has been shrouded in controversy, but new evidence suggests that Bannon played a significant role in rehabilitating Epstein's image.
According to hundreds of texts released by the House Oversight Committee, Bannon and Epstein worked together for almost a year to devise strategies for dealing with the media storm surrounding Epstein's criminal history and his friendships with powerful figures, including Donald Trump.
Bannon described the renewed scrutiny as a "sophisticated op" and counseled Epstein on how to respond to media outlets and the justice system. The texts also reveal that the two men were strategizing how best to promote Bannon's right-wing populist agenda and the political fortunes of its standard bearer, Donald Trump.
While the texts do not contain any direct statements from Bannon admitting to wrongdoing, they do show a pattern of behavior that raises questions about his involvement in Epstein's downfall.
Bannon frequently cheered on Epstein as he adopted a professional media strategy to deal with increased scrutiny, and even joined in on late spasm of false optimism. The texts also reveal that the two men discussed financing plans for a film production designed to "redeem" Epstein's reputation.
The extent of Bannon's involvement in Epstein's affairs is unclear, but the release of these texts has sparked renewed calls for accountability from those who claim he manipulated and exploited Epstein for his own gain.
One thing is certain: Steve Bannon's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein raises serious questions about the influence of money and power on our justice system and the media.
According to hundreds of texts released by the House Oversight Committee, Bannon and Epstein worked together for almost a year to devise strategies for dealing with the media storm surrounding Epstein's criminal history and his friendships with powerful figures, including Donald Trump.
Bannon described the renewed scrutiny as a "sophisticated op" and counseled Epstein on how to respond to media outlets and the justice system. The texts also reveal that the two men were strategizing how best to promote Bannon's right-wing populist agenda and the political fortunes of its standard bearer, Donald Trump.
While the texts do not contain any direct statements from Bannon admitting to wrongdoing, they do show a pattern of behavior that raises questions about his involvement in Epstein's downfall.
Bannon frequently cheered on Epstein as he adopted a professional media strategy to deal with increased scrutiny, and even joined in on late spasm of false optimism. The texts also reveal that the two men discussed financing plans for a film production designed to "redeem" Epstein's reputation.
The extent of Bannon's involvement in Epstein's affairs is unclear, but the release of these texts has sparked renewed calls for accountability from those who claim he manipulated and exploited Epstein for his own gain.
One thing is certain: Steve Bannon's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein raises serious questions about the influence of money and power on our justice system and the media.