Former Donald Trump adviser Steve Bannon is set to report to the low-security federal prison in Danbury, Connecticut next month to serve a four-month sentence for contempt of Congress. Bannon, a right-wing podcaster with a loyal following of Trump supporters, had hoped to serve his time at a minimal-security prison camp, but his pending criminal case in New York makes him ineligible for that option.
The Danbury facility, where Bannon will be housed, accommodates a mix of white-collar criminals, violent offenders, and sex offenders in its men's population. Unlike prison camps, it features an open-pod setup with a noticeable barrier known as 'the wall' separating the facility from the outside world.
With more than 1,000 male prisoners at the Danbury prison, Bannon may also face the possibility of being transferred to a rougher environment like New York City's Rikers Island jail during his state trial proceedings. His federal prison term is expected to extend through October if no appeals court intervenes.
Bannon, along with another Trump adviser Peter Navarro, faces the full four-month term in prison without the possibility of early release due to supervised release not being included in their sentences. Navarro is scheduled for release on July 17, while Bannon awaits a decision from the DC Circuit on his appeal.
Despite his legal troubles, Bannon maintains close ties to Trump and the political world. He recently spoke at a conservative event alongside Trump, where he pledged repercussions for Trump's opponents if the former president secures a second term. Boris Epshteyn, a key legal adviser to Trump, has been involved in Bannon's defense strategy.
On his podcast, Bannon mentioned receiving calls from Trump, indicating their continued communication and collaboration in the political arena.
