US Supreme Court paves way for dismissal of Steve Bannon conviction
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The US Supreme Court's order could lead to the dismissal of Steve Bannon's conviction.
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The US Supreme Court issued an order that could lead to the dismissal of Steve Bannon's conviction. This order allows a lower court to consider dismissing the indictment against Bannon, who served as a former Trump strategist. The Supreme Court's action potentially provides a path for Bannon to avoid the consequences of his prior conviction. This development means the legal process for Bannon's case will now shift back to a lower court for further review.
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The Supreme Court's order allows a lower court to consider dismissing the indictment against Bannon.
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