Battleground Status Report: Bannon on Biden’s Surrender and Messaging About Democrat Oligarchs
Introduction
Steve Bannon delivered a fiery critique on Saturday, of the Biden administration’s final days. He called it a "regime of chaos” and accused it of trying to sabotage President Trump’s return to power. His remarks focused on Biden’s "surrender” and the true oligarchs’ influence over the country.
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Steve Bannon: "This Thing About Oligarchs— For President Trump It’s A Surrender Ceremony. They’re Not Their To Exert Their Power; We Broke Them.” pic.twitter.com/oxD32VzaDR
— Bannon’s WarRoom (@Bannons_WarRoom) January 18, 2025
Biden’s "Surrender”
On Saturday’s WarRoo, Bannon criticized the Biden administration’s handling of immigration, economic policy, and national security. He accused Biden of dismantling Trump’s border controls, calling it a "betrayal of sovereignty.” He emphasized the crisis of "12 to 15 million illegal alien invaders” and stated that the administration is "leaving chaos behind.”
Bannon said Biden’s first actions in 2021 were to undo Trump’s executive orders that ensured border security. He claimed, "The Biden regime came in with no class, and they’re leaving the same way.” He warned that Biden’s policies have created a mess that Trump must clean up.
Oligarch Influence
Bannon targeted the actual oligarchs, blaming them for America’s economic instability and suppression of populist movements. "You bailed out Silicon Valley Bank,” he said, pointing to Democrats’ ties to corporate elites. He accused the Biden administration of prioritizing oligarch interests over the American people.
Bannon framed the oligarchs as enablers of Biden’s failed policies. He said, "You created the oligarchs to suppress the MAGA movement, and guess what? You lost.” He characterized the Biden administration as subservient to these elites, calling them "out of touch with ordinary Americans.”
Resistance and Retaliation
Bannon highlighted the Democrats’ resistance to Trump’s re-inauguration. He said they are "fighting and fighting,” refusing a peaceful power transfer on Monday when President Trump is sworn into office. He warned those obstructing the transition will face accountability: "Get your bags packed. You’re leaving.”
Bam 💥 Pack your bags and get out! pic.twitter.com/xXpnG1Znpq
— Karli Bonne’ 🇺🇸 (@KarluskaP) January 18, 2025
He also pointed to leaked plans of ICE raids in sanctuary cities like Chicago as evidence of Trump’s resolve to restore order. He criticized Democrats for enabling "lawlessness” and failing to address illegal immigration.
Economic Sabotage
Bannon accused Janet Yellen of deliberate timing in announcing the debt ceiling crisis. "It’s no coincidence the debt ceiling will hit on Trump’s first full day in office,” he said. He framed this as part of the broader sabotage effort by Democrats to derail Trump’s economic agenda.
Call to Action
Bannon ended with a rallying cry, asserting Trump’s victory as a mandate to dismantle the oligarchy and restore sovereignty. He said, "Thousands of you are going to be turfed out right after noon on Monday.” His message was clear: the MAGA movement sees the Biden administration’s end as the start of a new era.
Conclusion
Bannon’s remarks reflected his belief that the Biden administration’s surrender is complete. He framed the next phase as a battle against entrenched elites and a restoration of sovereignty. "The game is over,” he declared. "Justice is coming.”