Steve Bannon Convicted Of Contempt Charges In Jan. 6 Case

Steve Bannon, former White House chief strategist, was convicted of criminal contempt of Congress for refusing to comply with a subpoena from the January 6th committee. The jury reached a decision quickly, and Bannon did not testify in his defense, following his attorney's advice. His legal team also chose not to call any witnesses. Bannon faced charges due to his previous refusal to comply with the committee's subpoena, maintaining that he believed the deadline was flexible.

Who was convicted by the jury in the criminal contempt of Congress trial?

• Steve Bannon

• Joe Biden

• Donald Trump

• Nancy Pelosi

What was the legal strategy of Steve Bannon's team during the trial?

• They presented new evidence.

• They called multiple witnesses.

• They requested a change of venue.

• They did not call any witnesses.

Why did Steve Bannon not testify in his own defense?

• He was absent during the trial.

• He had already testified earlier.

• He was advised by his attorney not to.

• He was not allowed by the court.

What was the reason for the charges against Steve Bannon?

• He was involved in a financial scandal.

• He refused to attend a court hearing.

• He did not comply with a subpoena from the January 6th committee.

• He leaked confidential information.

What did Steve Bannon believe about the committee's deadline?

• It was non-negotiable.

• It was already extended.

• It was irrelevant.

• It was flexible.