Podcast Summary: Bannon’s War Room—Episode 5093
Title: Deconstruction Of The World Based Order Cont.; Recent Shooting In Minneapolis
Date: January 24, 2026
Host: Stephen K. Bannon
Guests:
- Eric Fox (Weather Nation)
- Lee Wambsganss (TX State Senate candidate)
- Cleo Paskal (Pacific & Indo-Pacific Affairs Expert)
- Nor bin Laden (Geopolitical Commentator)
- Dr. Bradley Thayer (National Security Expert)
- Taj Gill (Commentator)
- Trevor Comstock (Sacred Human Health)
Episode Overview
This episode tackles two urgent themes:
- Deconstruction of the World-Based Order—A deep dive into ongoing geopolitical shifts, especially the potential transfer of Diego Garcia and the Chagos Archipelago, the West's relationship with China, and the challenge to globalist governance structures.
- Recent Shooting in Minneapolis—Breaking coverage and analysis of a controversial ICE-involved shooting in Minnesota, explored as part of broader unrest, alleged "color revolutions," and concerns over domestic security and sovereignty.
1. Extreme Weather Crisis in Texas
Segment: 00:44–05:11
Key Discussion Points
- Eric Fox (Weather Nation) reports from Texas, describing the dire consequences of an ongoing ice storm:
- Severe icing, freezing rain, wind chills around -20°F, with a forecast to plunge to -50°F.
- Risks to power infrastructure, especially affecting large populations if transmission lines fall.
- Major dangers stem from carbon monoxide poisoning (improper generator use) and slips/falls, especially among the elderly.
- Cities and emergency services are mobilizing. Polling places affected by bad weather.
Notable Quotes
- “If these power lines go down, you’re talking hundreds of thousands of people without power. ... Our coldest temps are going to come Monday morning and we’re talking well below zero... wind chills probably pushing 50 below. That’s insane for northern Texas.”
— Eric Fox (01:06–01:57) - “Stay inside ... if you fall and hit your head, you could die from exposure.”
— Eric Fox (02:58–04:05)
Timestamps
- Eric Fox Weather Update: 00:44–04:52
- Discussion on emergency services: 02:50–04:05
2. Texas Special Election & Polling in Crisis
Segment: 05:11–11:37
Key Discussion Points
- Lee Wambsganss on navigational difficulties facing voters in a critical Texas State Senate race amid severe weather:
- Special election complicated by unprecedented January timing.
- Accusations of “color revolution” tactics by left-wing groups using “dark money.”
- Significant closures or delays at polling places.
- Efforts by local officials and volunteers to keep crucial polls open and help those unable to travel.
- Appeals for safety and ongoing updates at Lee4Texas.com.
Notable Quotes
- “This is red alert. ... The Beto O'Rourke organization ... are behind this race against me. Their goal is to take Tarrant County.... They used to be quiet about that, but now they’re saying it out loud.”
— Lee Wambsganss (06:11–07:09) - “I’ve never experienced this during any election.... It’s a little unprecedented—I think everyone’s doing the best they can.”
— Lee Wambsganss (09:21–10:15)
Timestamps
- Election logistics & weather impacts: 06:11–09:07
- Polling schedule and updates: 09:21–11:40
3. Geopolitics: Diego Garcia, The “World-Based Order” & China
Segment: 11:42–24:04
Key Discussion Points
- Cleo Paskal explains the Diego Garcia situation:
- The UK and US have a long-standing agreement (1966) granting UK sovereignty and US operational control over the strategic Chagos Archipelago (Diego Garcia).
- UK’s current proposal to transfer sovereignty to Mauritius and pay billions over 99 years puts strategic US interests at risk—Mauritius viewed as vulnerable to Chinese influence.
- President Trump’s vocal opposition disrupts the process; the House of Lords delays the treaty amid outcry.
- Host Bannon and panelists emphasize the belief that this is a globalist plot, threatening US security and ceding ground to China.
Notable Quotes
- “It’s very hard to see how ... they’re not setting the US up to be stranded legally in one of the most strategically important locations on that side of the planet.”
— Cleo Paskal (13:19–14:24) - “It’s not just absurd, it’s treason ... The House of Lords has been delaying as much as it can.... They’re pausing it, not pulling it, not withdrawing, they’re pausing it—as they regroup and try to figure out how to get it through.”
— Cleo Paskal (18:55–20:41)
Timestamps
- Diego Garcia context: 12:53–14:24
- Analysis of the globalist move and US response needed: 18:55–20:41
4. Globalists, Mark Carney, and the “New World Order”
Segment: 20:41–24:04
Key Discussion Points
- Discussion around Mark Carney’s recent speech at Davos, his adulation by the globalist establishment, and the West’s strategy towards China.
- Nor bin Laden and others argue that the elevation of China was intentional—part of a managed transition in global power.
Notable Quote
- “This is the British doctrine of balance of power... For me, this is very much in line with the agenda and the planification of the globalists....”
— Nor bin Laden (22:00–24:04)
5. Breaking Coverage: ICE Shooting in Minneapolis
Segment: 24:04–37:55
Key Discussion Points
- Live reaction to developing news of a shooting involving ICE agents in Minneapolis:
- Gov. Tim Walz publicly condemns ICE, calling federal officers “violent, untrained.”
- Bannon asserts that such political responses inflame unrest and undermine law enforcement.
- Frames the ongoing unrest as elements of a “color revolution,” with leftist politicians and their donors, as well as foreign influences (including China, Soros), allegedly driving the chaos.
- Calls for invoking the Insurrection Act and military deployment to restore order.
Notable Quotes
- “[Gov. Walz is] instigating this. These are not violent, untrained officers. These ICE officers are put into the middle of a horrible situation.... The theory of the case is quite simple: this is a color revolution.”
— Stephen K. Bannon (24:04–25:40) - “Antifa and related groups are receiving funding from Democratic donors, Open Society Foundation, George Soros and his son.... The struggle you’re seeing in Minneapolis is just the latest iteration of a very long war against a very dangerous and evil ideology.”
— Dr. Bradley Thayer (33:23–36:10) - “Now’s the time to restore law and order ... as a cornerstone of the deeper issue of restoring really American identity in the United States.”
— Dr. Bradley Thayer (37:15–37:55)
Timestamps
- Initial reporting & Walz response: 24:04–26:50 (and repeated multiple times up to 32:01)
- Dr. Thayer on funding and tactics: 33:23–37:55
6. Global Perspective: Color Revolutions and US Sovereignty
Segment: 41:09–44:16
Key Discussion Points
- Nor bin Laden provides a globalist/anti-globalist perspective:
- Unrest and shootings are characterized as “not random... very much planned and fabricated.”
- Advocates for Americans to understand infiltration tactics targeting sovereignty, referencing historical books on deep state influence (“The Invisible Government” by Dan Smoot).
- Warns of escalating danger and the importance of defense of national sovereignty.
Notable Quote
- “My global perspective is compounded by my love for your country and my understanding of what your founding fathers set out to achieve. It really pains me to see what’s going on, but what’s happening right now in Minnesota is really not random. ... It’s very, very much planned and fabricated.”
— Nor bin Laden (41:51–43:51) - “Incredibly dangerous, I would say. ... It’s going to escalate as we’re seeing.”
— Nor bin Laden (43:56–44:16)
Timestamps
- Historical context & warning: 41:24–43:51
7. Reaction & Analysis Post Incident
Segment: 46:02–50:40
Key Discussion Points
- Taj Gill reflects on predictions that, absent federal/military intervention, deaths would occur, and blames progressive donors and lack of local enforcement for current chaos.
- Reiterates the view that outside agitators (linked to Soros etc.) are being "bused in" to escalate events, not organic protests.
- Endorses further military/federal law enforcement intervention.
Notable Quote
- “Yesterday, I said if they don't invoke the Insurrection Act and take control of the streets of Minnesota, someone’s going to get killed. And this morning, someone was killed.”
— Taj Gill (47:31–49:05)
8. Final Reflections and Call to Action
Segment: 50:40–53:12
Key Discussion Points
- Brief respite from heavy themes with Trevor Comstock promoting his skin care business, but the tone generally underscores the escalatory and urgent themes of the episode.
- Multiple calls for audience engagement: following guests, contacting political leaders, informing themselves about historical subversion and infiltration in US institutions.
- Host commits to ongoing coverage of Minneapolis incident and Pacific geopolitics.
Notable Quotes (with Timestamps)
- “Pray for our enemies because we're going medieval on these people.... You're not going to stop it. It's going to happen.”
— Stephen K. Bannon, Opening (00:02–00:40) - “This is red alert... The Beto O’Rourke organization... are behind this race against me. Their goal is to take Tarrant County...."
— Lee Wambsganss (06:11–07:09) - “It’s not just absurd, it’s treason. ... They’re pausing (the Diego Garcia deal), not pulling it... as they regroup and try to get it through.”
— Cleo Paskal (18:55–20:41) - “They're defending the invaders into this country. ... This is a color revolution. They don’t want basic life to go on frictionless.”
— Stephen K. Bannon (24:04–25:40) - “This has to be shut down immediately. The rule of law has to be maintained in the United States.”
— Dr. Bradley Thayer (37:15–37:55) - “What’s happening right now in Minnesota is really not random. ... It’s very, very much planned and fabricated.”
— Nor bin Laden (41:51–43:51) - “If they don't invoke the Insurrection Act and take control of the streets... someone’s going to get killed. And this morning, someone was killed.”
— Taj Gill (47:31–49:05)
Segment Timestamps for Key Content
- Weather and Texas Elections: 00:44–11:37
- Diego Garcia/World-Based Order Panel: 11:42–24:04
- Mark Carney/Davos Discussion: 20:41–24:04
- Minneapolis Shooting & Color Revolution: 24:04–37:55
- Global Perspective & Infiltration Discussion: 41:09–44:16
- Taj Gill Reaction: 46:02–50:40
Tone & Style
- Bannon’s style remains combative, urgent, and staunchly anti-globalist.
- Guests express a mix of concern, warning, and calls for vigilance or action, with recurring motifs of “sovereignty,” “color revolution,” “treason,” and "restoring the rule of law."
- The episode flips rapidly from live updates (Minneapolis shooting) to international strategy (Diego Garcia, China) and back to local political mobilization (Texas special election).
- The perspectives presented are consistently skeptical of mainstream/global narratives and authorities, and frame current events as manifestations of deeper, orchestrated struggles.
For Further Information
- Eric Fox: @EricFox2000 on X (Twitter)
- Lee Wambsganss: Lee4Texas.com
- Cleo Paskal: @realCleo (Getter)
- Nor bin Laden: @norbinladin (Twitter), norbinladin.substack.com
- Dr. Bradley Thayer: @BradleyThayer on X, Truth Social, Getter
- Taj Gill: Warpath Coffee, promo code “war room”
- Trevor Comstock: sacredhumanhealth.com
Summary Takeaway
This episode is a fast-moving, combative, and multi-thematic exploration of the present American and global crisis from Bannon's perspective—a nation and world under siege by globalist forces, color revolutionaries, and economic and physical catastrophes. The Minneapolis incident is positioned as both symptom and accelerant of a broader existential struggle, with repeated calls for emergency federal action, popular mobilization, and defensive self-education.
