The Fate of Steve Bannon: Will He Flip on Trump?

Steve Bannon, once a prominent figure in the Republican Party and former advisor to President Donald Trump, has now been ordered to prison. The question on many people's minds is, will he flip on Trump during his time there?

Prison Sentence and Potential Motivations

No, Steve Bannon will not flip on Trump, at least not in the traditional sense of providing incriminating evidence to the prosecution. The idea of a flip deal, where the state offers a deal in exchange for incriminating information, has long passed him by. His prison sentence, although short, does not provide the leverage necessary for a flip deal to be profitable or practical.

Unlikely to Plead Guilty for Lesser Sentence

It is more probable that Bannon will keep his mouth shut in hopes of an un-presidential pardon. If he were to make a deal, it would have to occur before the case went to trial. By bringing this to a jury, time, money, and the potential for an expensive trial are all combined, making it less appealing for both sides. Additionally, the state seeks to gain evidence on a more significant target using a smaller fish, which in this case would have been Bannon. Once a deal is refused and a jury trial is forced, the mandatory sentence is handed down, leaving no room for backtracking and requesting a deal.

The Reality of His Sentence

Given that Bannon has received the mandatory sentence for refusing to cooperate, it is highly unlikely he will attempt to secure a deal after his conviction. Once a judge has handed down a sentence, requesting a deal becomes laughable given the finality of the situation. Bannon's sentence has already been handed down, and any attempt to flip on Trump would be too late. The time for such a move has passed.

Insight into Bannon's Nature

There is a lot of speculation about whether or not Bannon will play the martyr card to his advantage or if he will eventually flip when it becomes profitable. However, it is important to note that individuals like Bannon are typically opportunistic and may only provide information under certain circumstances. The idea that someone as self-serving as Bannon would suddenly become a whistle-blower for his former boss is highly doubtful. Ultimately, the likelihood of Bannon flipping on Trump is minimal, especially if such a move would not serve his self-interest.

Final Thoughts

While it is only natural to hope for such a change of heart, Steve Bannon’s actions in the months leading up to and following his sentencing indicate a reluctance to provide any information that could be detrimental to his former colleagues. The idea of a flip deal is not realistic given the existing constraints and the nature of his sentence. It is more likely that he will continue to maintain his silence, at least for now, with the hope of receiving a pardon or other form of leniency.