Podcast Summary: Bannon’s War Room – Episode 4635: Where We Stand Heading Into 2026 And The Midterms

Release Date: July 16, 2025
Host: WarRoom.org – Stephen K. Bannon
Description: WAR ROOM: Pandemic is the first and most comprehensive program to bring the most up-to-the-minute information on the news of the day. Stephen K. Bannon brings medical experts, politicians, business leaders, and those on the front lines for a comprehensive look at the latest news from all angles and provides their insider insights.

1. Geopolitical Landscape and U.S. Involvement in Foreign Conflicts

The episode opens with a discussion between Stephen K. Bannon and former President Donald Trump regarding Russia’s ongoing conflict. Trump criticizes President Biden for initiating the war, labeling it "Biden's war" and emphasizes his efforts to end it to save American lives.

Notable Quote:

• Donald Trump [00:03]: "Why did Biden get us into that ridiculous war? Why did Biden bring us there? That should never, ever have happened, that war. This is Biden's war. I'm just trying to end it because we're saving a lot of lives."

Trump highlights the logistical aspects of U.S. involvement, mentioning the shipment of Patriot missiles from Germany and the financial arrangements with NATO and the European Union.

Notable Quote:

• Donald Trump [00:29]: "They're coming in from Germany and then replaced by Germany. And in all cases, the United States gets paid back in full."

He underscores the human cost by citing recent casualties, emphasizing that American soldiers are not directly involved in the conflict.

Notable Quote:

• Donald Trump [01:35]: "We won't have boots on the ground. But It's a shame. 5,000 last week. They say 7,100 soldiers, both Russian and Ukraine, were killed."

2. Internal Political Narratives: The Jeffrey Epstein Case

The conversation shifts to the Epstein case, where Trump expresses bafflement over his supporters' continued interest in the story, labeling it as "boring" and attributing the sustained attention to "fake news" outlets.

Notable Quote:

• Donald Trump [01:42]: "I don't understand why the Jeffrey Epstein case would be of interest to anybody. It's pretty boring stuff. It's sordid, but it's boring."

Other panel members, including Steve Cortes and Richard Barris, respond by criticizing the ongoing media focus and expressing frustration over the lack of accountability.

Notable Quotes:

• Steve Cortes [02:40]: "This is the primal scream of a dying regime."
• Tom Fitton [03:08]: "I wish that any of these people had a conscience."

3. Polling Accuracy and the Republican Strategy for 2026 Midterms

A significant portion of the episode delves into the accuracy of polling amidst the upcoming 2026 midterms. Stephen K. Bannon discusses the formation of the National Association of Independent Pollsters, highlighting the challenges traditional polling faces in the Trump era.

Notable Quote:

• Stephen K. Bannon [05:42]: "If we're not accurate, there is no trust. And without George Gallup's vision completely falls apart."

Bannon emphasizes the importance of methodological rigor, such as larger sample sizes and consistent demographic targeting, to mitigate response biases that have plagued recent polls.

Notable Quote:

• Stephen K. Bannon [09:19]: "Bigger is better in polling."

Richard Barris and Mark Mitchell discuss discrepancies in polling data, particularly how recent economic successes under Trump are not reflected in public opinion polls. They attribute this to ineffective messaging and preoccupation with unpopular foreign interventions overshadowing domestic achievements.

Notable Quote:

• Stephen K. Bannon [11:35]: "All that matters is the optics and what the voters see in their sentiment and how they feel."

4. Redistricting and Demographic Shifts in Key States

Alex DeGrasse provides an in-depth analysis of redistricting efforts in Texas and Ohio, focusing on how demographic shifts, particularly among Hispanic voters, are influencing electoral outcomes. He outlines strategic seat changes that could benefit Republicans by leveraging areas where Trump has strong support.

Notable Quotes:

• Alex DeGrasse [21:15]: "This is logical. We have to force the issue and make advancements however we can."
• Alex DeGrasse [22:48]: "You can move Texas 7 from Democrat 20 to Republican 20."

DeGrasse discusses the dual fronts of redistricting, addressing both statewide and suburban areas, and the challenges posed by Democratic gerrymandering practices in states like California and New York.

5. Investigating the Deep State and Intelligence Community Corruption

The episode takes a critical turn towards the intelligence community and the so-called "deep state." Tom Fitton discusses the newly released CIA report, alleging that the Obama administration orchestrated efforts to undermine Trump through the Steele dossier and other means.

Notable Quotes:

• Tom Fitton [34:56]: "This was all done at the top down. This was not an intelligence community assessment about the impact of Russia on the elections."
• Tom Fitton [38:22]: "President Trump should run the investigations and the prosecutions directly from the White House."

Fitton argues for a direct presidential oversight of investigations into intelligence agencies to ensure accountability and transparency, criticizing the current Justice Department's handling of these matters.

Notable Quote:

• Tom Fitton [42:57]: "This is one of the broadest grassroots movements against government corruption in the history of the country."

6. Efforts to Repeal NEA Charter and Education Policy

Congressman Mark Harris discusses his initiative to repeal the National Education Association (NEA) charter, aiming to dismantle what he perceives as the organization's drift towards political activism rather than focusing on quality education.

Notable Quotes:

• Mark Harris [49:48]: "Energy ... parenting involvement. They are brainwashing our children with the things that they are propagating through their political activities."
• Mark Harris [50:32]: "We need to step up and say they don't need this charter."

Harris ties this effort to broader concerns about indoctrination in public schools, advocating for a return to core educational values centered on academic excellence without political bias.

7. Conclusion and Upcoming Events

Stephen K. Bannon wraps up the episode by previewing upcoming events, including a press availability with the President and the Prime Minister of Bahrain. He reiterates the importance of accurate polling, effective communication of economic successes, and strategies to galvanize the Republican base ahead of the midterms.

Notable Quote:

• Stephen K. Bannon [20:32]: "We're everywhere but the best places on locals. Peoplespundent.locals.com you'll find, you know, inside the numbers there."

Final Remarks:

Episode 4635 of Bannon’s War Room provides a comprehensive overview of the current political and geopolitical landscape as the U.S. heads toward the 2026 midterms. Key topics include criticism of Biden's foreign policies, the contentious Epstein case, challenges in polling accuracy, strategic redistricting in pivotal states, concerns over deep state influences, and efforts to reform educational institutions. The episode underscores the necessity for the Republican Party to refine its messaging and mobilize its base to navigate the complex political terrain ahead.