Steven Bannon pleads guilty to scheme to defraud in border wall fundraiser

Steve Bannon, a close ally of former President Donald Trump, has pleaded guilty to defrauding donors who contributed to a private campaign aimed at building a wall along the U.S. southern border. Bannon admitted to one count of scheme to defraud and has been sentenced to three years of conditional discharge. As part of a plea agreement, he will avoid jail time as long as he stays out of trouble.

Upon leaving the courtroom, Bannon expressed his feelings by saying, “Like a million bucks.” His lawyer also stated that there was no chance for his client to receive a fair trial.

In a separate incident, Bannon, who is 71 years old, previously pleaded not guilty in September 2022 to charges of money laundering, fraud, and conspiracy in connection with the “We Build the Wall” project.

Bannon’s legal troubles have been ongoing, and this recent guilty plea adds to the list of charges he is facing. Despite the legal challenges, Bannon remains a prominent figure in conservative circles and has continued to be a vocal supporter of Trump.

The image accompanying this article shows Bannon arriving at court in New York, portraying the seriousness of the legal proceedings he is currently facing.

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