Judge denies Steve Bannon's request for release from prison pending appeal

Judge denies Steve Bannon's request for release from prison pending appeal

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The Supreme Court has ruled against former Trump advisor Steve Bannon, rejecting his appeal to avoid prison. Bannon was convicted two years ago for contempt of Congress after ignoring a subpoena from the January 6th committee. Despite his conviction, he has not yet served his four-month sentence. However, he has now been ordered to report to a minimum security prison in Connecticut.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was the outcome of Steve Bannon's appeal to the Supreme Court?

The appeal was partially accepted, reducing his sentence.

The appeal was postponed for further review.

The appeal was denied, and he must serve his sentence.

The appeal was successful, and he avoided prison.

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Why was Steve Bannon convicted two years ago?

For obstruction of justice.

For tax evasion.

For contempt of Congress.

For insider trading.

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What was the reason for Bannon's contempt of Congress charge?

He tampered with evidence.

He refused to testify in a court case.

He ignored a subpoena from the January 6th committee.

He leaked confidential documents.

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How long is Steve Bannon's prison sentence?

Eight months.

Six months.

Four months.

Two months.

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Where is Steve Bannon ordered to report for his prison sentence?

A high-security prison in New York.

A medium-security prison in California.

A minimum security prison in Connecticut.

A federal prison in Texas.