Podcast Summary: Bannon's War Room

Episode 4951: Impeaching The Radicalized Judges Of The Legal System In America
Date: November 25, 2025
Host: Steve Bannon
Guests: Julie Kelly, Mike Davis, Mike Howell

Overview

This episode centers on the deepening conflict between the executive and judicial branches, focusing on recent federal court decisions that dismissed indictments against James Comey and Letitia James. The War Room panel argues that these judicial interventions are part of a broader weaponization of the legal system against former President Trump and his allies. The episode advocates for Congressional action—specifically the impeachment of judges like Jeb Boasberg—who, they claim, have politicized their role.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Dismissal of Indictments Against Comey and Letitia James

• Julie Kelly [00:00] lays out the timeline: Interim U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan's appointment found unlawful; indictments she secured against Comey (charged with lying to Congress and obstruction) and James (bank fraud) dismissed.

• Statute of Limitations: The ruling may prevent re-filing of Comey’s case, per his counsel, due to expiration.

• Political Context: Halligan characterized as a Trump loyalist, appointed outside normal procedures. DOJ plans to appeal.

  • Memorable Quote [03:50, Julie Kelly]:
    "The President doesn't care about the law. He doesn't care about process and protocol. He is trying to reengineer the federal government, specifically the Justice Department, to serve his petty whims and grievances."

2. Debate on Constitutional Process and Separation of Powers

• Appointments Clause Discussion:

  • Mike Davis [01:31]: The clause is a fundamental constitutional safeguard.
  • Julie Kelly [02:10]: Executive branch accused of sidestepping Senate confirmation to install loyalists.

• Judge Curry’s Role: Criticized for exceeding authority, creating a “fabricated vacancy” to block Halligan’s appointment.

• Republican Inaction: The panel laments GOP Congress for failing to check judicial overreach.

  • Quote [09:21, Julie Kelly]:
    "This is a direct result of Republicans in Congress doing nothing to rein in this rogue out of control judicial branch who is almost on a weekly basis encroaching on the executive branch's authority, separation of powers…"

3. Battle for Control of the Justice Department

• Prosecutorial Decisions:

  • Mike Davis [22:09]: Claims evidence against Comey is “overwhelming” but previous U.S. Attorney (120-day interim) refused to act due to “cowardice or corruption.” Halligan acted where others wouldn’t.

    • Quote [22:09, Mike Davis]: "There's overwhelming evidence against James Comey. It's clear cut… Lindsey Halligan has produced the evidence. She's shown the receipts and the evidence is overwhelming."

• Judicial “Interference”:

  • Obama- and Clinton-appointed judges accused of blocking prosecutions, misreading statutes to favor Democrats, and violating separation of powers.

4. Call to Impeach “Radicalized” Judges

• Judges Named: Jeb Boasberg and Cameron Curry; accused of partisanship, overreaching authority, and facilitating so-called lawfare against the Trump administration.

• Allegations Against Boasberg:

  • Unauthorized surveillance of senators.

  • Suppressing notice to subpoenaed parties.

  • Meddling with military operations for political reasons.

    • Quote [35:58, Mike Davis]: "I have never called for the impeachment of a federal judge before. Jeb Boasberg is the leader of this cabal… a dangerous, lawless, partisan actor in a robe and he needs to be held accountable."

• Impeachment Strategy:

  • Call for House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan to launch impeachment proceedings.

  • Impeachment as both a punitive and deterrent process, regardless of Senate outcome.

    • Quote [39:29, Mike Davis]: "Pretend like the Constitution is Google and fight like hell for the Constitution like you fight like hell for Google."

5. Critique of Republican Leadership & Grassroots Call to Action

• Mike Howell [40:34]: Doubts sincerity and willpower of Republican lawmakers, claims many are “willing participants” in government weaponization.

• Deeper Issue: Inaction over years, referencing Russia probe (“Crossfire Hurricane”), and now “Arctic Frost” operations.

• Call for Votes: Repeated votes to impeach until members are forced to display allegiances.

  • Quote [44:53, Mike Howell]: "We should call the vote. And guess what? A bunch of Republicans will vote against it. And then we should call the vote again the next day. Let the posse go to work, let us know who's on the team, who's not. Keep calling the vote until it passes."

6. Segment with Small Business and Veteran Voices (Long Island Diner) [46:51]

• Economic Hardship: Diner owner describes strain of inflation, labor shortages, and changing work ethic.
• Veteran’s Perspective: Vietnam vet Paul reflects on his service and national sacrifice.
• Patriotism and Civic Responsibility: Both emphasize traditional values, contrast lack of youth work ethic today, and express hope for Trump “to turn things around.”

7. Warnings on Political Consequences

• Steve Bannon [32:10]: Frames the judicial struggles as existential for the country—failure to act against 'lawfare' could result in Trump-aligned individuals being jailed if Democrats prevail.
• "Wet Work" Phase: Now is time for forceful, procedural action—not mere rhetoric.

Notable Quotes & Timestamps

• Julie Kelly [03:50]:
  "The President doesn’t care about the law. He... is trying to re-engineer the federal government... to serve his petty whims and grievances."

• Mike Davis [22:09]:
  "There’s overwhelming evidence against James Comey. It’s clear cut… Lindsey Halligan has produced the evidence. She’s shown the receipts and the evidence is overwhelming."

• Julie Kelly [09:21]:
  “Republicans in Congress [are] doing nothing to rein in this rogue out of control judicial branch...”

• Mike Davis [35:58]:
  "I have never called for the impeachment of a federal judge before. Jeb Boasberg... is a dangerous, lawless, partisan actor in a robe..."

• Mike Davis [39:29]:
  "Jim Jordan, this is your time finally to step up, pretend like the Constitution is Google and fight like hell for the Constitution..."

• Mike Howell [44:53]:
  "We should call the vote. And guess what? A bunch of Republicans will vote against it. And then we should call the vote again the next day."

Key Timestamps for Important Segments

• [00:00–03:50] Breakdown of the court’s dismissal of Comey and James indictments, critique of Trump’s DOJ maneuvers.
• [09:21–12:29] Kelly and Bannon argue judicial overreach, call for Congressional action.
• [22:09–27:11] Davis explains why Comey indictments matter; alleges judicial sabotage.
• [35:58–39:29] Davis details case to impeach Judge Boasberg, urging War Room audience to mobilize.
• [46:51–51:52] On-the-ground segment from New York diner with small business and veteran voices.

Tone & Language

• Urgent, combative, and defiantly populist: The host and panel repeatedly stress the stakes for the MAGA movement and broader country, frame the judiciary as systemically radicalized, and demand action from their audience and Congress.
• Frequent use of battle metaphors: "primal scream of a dying regime," "we're going medieval," "the wet work phase," "warfare," "throwing punches."
• Mix of legal analysis, political advocacy, and grassroots focus—a blend of alarm and mobilization.

Conclusion

This episode presents a narrative of constitutional crisis and legal warfare, centered on recent judicial setbacks for Trump’s Justice Department and the broader theme of a radicalized judiciary thwarting executive priorities. The War Room’s prescription is direct: grassroots pressure for Congressional impeachment of targeted judges, relentless advocacy in the public and legal arena, and a vociferous demand for GOP leadership to act with conviction and resolve.