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Steve Bannon to Face December Trial for Alleged Fraud in Border Wall Fundraiser

The former Trump adviser is accused of defrauding donors in the 'We Build the Wall' campaign and is currently serving a federal sentence for contempt of Congress.

  • Bannon's trial is scheduled to start on December 9, following his release from federal custody in October.
  • He is accused of laundering $140,000 and misleading donors about the use of funds in the $15 million fundraiser.
  • The 'We Build the Wall' campaign promised that no money would go to its president, Brian Kolfage, who secretly received payments.
  • Bannon has pleaded not guilty to charges of money laundering, conspiracy, and scheming to defraud investors.
  • The trial is expected to last about a week, with up to four days of testimony from prosecutors.
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