US Supreme Court clears way for dismissal of case against Trump ally Steve Bannon - Reuters

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April 6, 2026
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The US Supreme Court has allowed the dismissal of a case against Trump ally Steve Bannon.

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The US Supreme Court has cleared the way for the dismissal of a case against Trump ally Steve Bannon. This action by the Supreme Court allows a lower court's decision regarding Bannon's case to proceed. The ruling effectively paves the way for the legal proceedings against Bannon to be dropped. This development could impact the legal standing of other individuals facing similar charges.

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