Steve Bannon said on Monday’s WarRoom that he is throwing his full support behind Matt Gaetz, as Gaetz faces the fallout from a House Ethics Committee report. Gaetz, accused of serious misconduct, has been under fire for allegations of sex with minors and drug use. However, Bannon sees this as an opportunity for Gaetz to return to Washington and fight back against a hypocritical political system. Bannon believes Gaetz’s bold, unapologetic stance is exactly what Washington needs right now.
In a recent commentary, Bannon made it clear that he believes Matt Gaetz has been unfairly targeted. "Do we care what an ethics committee report says about Matt Gaetz?” Bannon asked. His answer was a definitive no. He wants Gaetz to return to the fight, take the oath, and push back against the establishment. "Matt Gaetz has got to come back the first week of January and take the oath,” Bannon insisted. He emphasized that Gaetz’s role in Congress is vital, especially as Republicans continue to battle what Bannon calls the "illegitimate regime” in Washington.
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Breaking: Steve Bannon calls for @MattGaetz to return to the 119th Congress. ‘We need a man in the arena, and that arena is Capitol Hill—Congress, the House.’ pic.twitter.com/rPE9ZkhTft
— Bannon’s WarRoom (@Bannons_WarRoom) December 23, 2024
Bannon’s support comes with a clear message. He wants Gaetz to stand tall in the face of these allegations, much like the bold attitude of the protagonist in Harper Valley PTA. The song, released in 1968 by Jeannie C. Riley, tells the story of a woman confronting judgmental gossip and accusations from a group of local women. She stands her ground, defiant and unapologetic. The song resonates with those who have been marginalized or shamed by society. Similarly, Bannon argues that Gaetz should confront his critics head-on and expose the hypocrisy in Washington.
For Bannon, this is about more than just defending Gaetz. It’s about sending a message to Washington. "We need Gaetz back in. We need Gaetz back in,” Bannon declared. He wants to see Gaetz return to the House, not as a disgraced figure but as a fighter. In Bannon’s view, Gaetz’s return would symbolize a stand against the entrenched powers in DC, especially those who he believes have sold out to the establishment.
Bannon is clear that Gaetz’s behavior, while controversial, is not the main issue. He acknowledges Gaetz’s flaws but frames them as part of the political fight. "We’re not looking for saints right now,” Bannon said. "This is a political war.” Bannon makes it clear that in the world of politics, where power plays a central role, the personal flaws of politicians shouldn’t overshadow their ability to push back against the system. For him, Gaetz represents a figure who has the “stones” and “brilliance” to take on the political elite.
Bannon also pointed out that Gaetz is not alone in his battle. He urged Gaetz to go public with names and evidence to expose the hypocrisy within Washington. Just like in Harper Valley PTA, where the protagonist takes on the judgmental community, Bannon believes Gaetz should go all in and challenge the people who’ve been hiding their own misconduct.
Bannon’s comments from the weekend’s gathering in AZ:
Bannon: Here’s the other thing @mattgaetz is good at: changing out Speakers of the House. When Matt gets back, isn’t the first order of business replacing Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House?
Crowd erupts in cheers of "Yes!” pic.twitter.com/0O7ByjEjDe
— Bannon’s WarRoom (@Bannons_WarRoom) December 21, 2024
Why does this matter? Bannon’s call for Gaetz’s return is a challenge to the establishment. It’s about more than just defending an individual—it’s about making a statement that political power must be reclaimed by those willing to fight for it. Gaetz’s return could be a rallying cry for those who feel marginalized and wronged by the current system.
Bannon believes that Washington is in desperate need of fighters who refuse to back down. Gaetz, for all his flaws, represents a kind of defiance that Bannon sees as essential in today’s political climate. If Gaetz returns, it could signal a much-needed shift away from the weak, compromising Republican leadership that has allowed the country to fall into what Bannon calls an "illegitimate regime.”
More from Bannon’s Saturday comments:
Bannon: @mattgaetz needs to know the people have his back. Do we care about the Ethics Committee? No. Do we want Matt back? Yes. He must return in Jan, take the oath, and join the fight. We don’t retreat—we fix bayonets and advance. pic.twitter.com/4jKxRxZwC1
— Bannon’s WarRoom (@Bannons_WarRoom) December 21, 2024
Ultimately, Bannon’s message is clear: Gaetz should not back down. Instead, he should embrace his role as a fighter, take on the establishment, and expose the hypocrisy for all to see. This is not just about Matt Gaetz; it’s about standing against the system. It’s about power, defiance, and the refusal to be shamed.
For more on Bannon’s stand on Matt Gaetz returning to DC, watch Monday’s WarRoom:
Watch WarRoom Live with Steve Bannon
https://t.co/7flqbEOR2m— Bannon’s WarRoom (@Bannons_WarRoom) December 23, 2024
