Matt Gaetz’s withdrawal from his Senate nomination for US Attorney General marks a critical moment for the MAGA movement. On Thursday, Steve Bannon, host of WarRoom, declared it a victory for establishment forces led by Mitch McConnell, warning MAGA supporters that the road ahead will be fraught with challenges. Bannon emphasized the need for resilience, strategic focus, and relentless effort to counter the entrenched political elite for the WarRoom audience going forward.
Gaetz’s Withdrawal: A Blow to MAGA Unity
On November 21, 2024, Matt Gaetz, described by Bannon as a "warrior’s warrior,” stepped down from his bid for Senate leadership. His withdrawal, after just days of campaigning, highlighted a lack of coordinated support. "This wasn’t just a loss for Gaetz,” Bannon explained. "This is blood in the water for McConnell and the establishment—they smell weakness.”
Reports suggest Gaetz faced immense pressure from Senate colleagues, who demanded concessions as a condition for their support. These concessions allegedly included abandoning investigations into figures like Dr. Anthony Fauci and Liz Cheney. Bannon called these moves a betrayal of MAGA’s core principles: "All the murder and mayhem caused by Fauci, all the lies during the COVID years—just swept under the rug.”
What Went Wrong?
Bannon pointed to a lack of preparation and communication as critical factors in Gaetz’s withdrawal. "There was no comp plan, no surrogates, no air cover,” he lamented. According to Bannon, the MAGA movement underestimated the ruthlessness of the opposition. "This is high risk, high reward—but you need to have the team in place to back it up,” he said.
Bannon also criticized the Republican establishment for its complicity. "The Senate is supposed to be the human resources department of the government,” he said. "But instead, they’re the enforcers of the deep state’s agenda.”
The Road Ahead: Bannon’s Call to Action
Despite the setback, Bannon remained defiant, calling on MAGA supporters to regroup and focus on the bigger picture. "This is not a time for celebration—it’s a time for grinding work,” he urged. He warned that the establishment is already "Trump-proofing” the government to neutralize any potential MAGA victories in 2025.
Bannon outlined key areas where the movement must concentrate its efforts:
- Judicial Appointments: "We need senators standing in the breach to stop these judges.”
- Border Security: "The open border is a crisis—they’re playing games with America’s sovereignty.”
- Accountability: "We cannot let them bury investigations into Fauci, Cheney, or the deep state.”
How the WarRoom Audience Can Stay Engaged
Bannon’s message to his audience was clear: Stay informed, stay united, and stay on offense. He called on supporters to embrace the Alinsky-style tactics used by their opponents, emphasizing organization and discipline. "This is Alinsky 101—divide and conquer,” he said. "But we’re tougher than them if we get organized.”
He encouraged viewers to engage in local politics, hold their representatives accountable, and prepare for the battles ahead. "This is a fight that will be won in the trenches,” Bannon said.
Next Steps for MAGA
Bannon ended with a rallying cry for persistence and optimism. "We hit speed bumps—Gaetz was one of the best, and now he’s out. But this movement isn’t stopping,” he declared. He urged his audience to focus on the long game, ensuring that MAGA’s principles are carried forward despite the challenges.
"This is a test of who’s tough enough,” Bannon concluded. "And I know we’re tougher than they are.”
Final Word: No Time for Complacency
The withdrawal of Matt Gaetz is a moment of reckoning for the MAGA movement. As Bannon said, "We either hang together, or we hang separately.” The path forward requires unity, action, and an unyielding commitment to the movement’s ideals. The time to act is now.
For more context, watch this segment on Thursday:
