CNN June 9, 2024

Preparing Steve Bannon and Peter Navarro for Federal Prison

Sam Mangel appears on CNN with Jessica Dean to discuss how he prepares high-profile clients like Steve Bannon and Peter Navarro for federal prison. This interview provides insight into what defendants face when entering the federal prison system.

Video Interview
5:19
Host: Jessica Dean

About This Appearance

In this CNN interview, Sam Mangel discusses his role as a federal prison consultant for two of the most high-profile political defendants in recent history: Steve Bannon and Peter Navarro. Both former Trump administration officials faced contempt of Congress charges and required preparation for federal incarceration.

Key Topics Covered

  • What Sam tells clients before they surrender to federal prison
  • The emotional and psychological preparation required
  • How high-profile defendants navigate media scrutiny
  • What the first days in federal custody look like
  • The difference between camps, low-security, and other facilities

Background: The Cases

Peter Navarro

Former White House Trade Adviser. Convicted of contempt of Congress for refusing to comply with a subpoena from the January 6th committee. Sentenced to 4 months at FCI Miami. Sam drove Navarro to surrender on March 19, 2024.

Steve Bannon

Former White House Chief Strategist. Also convicted of contempt of Congress. Sentenced to 4 months at FCI Danbury in Connecticut.

Sam's Quote from the Interview

"When I picked him up this morning, he was ready to go. But he's nervous. Anybody, regardless of the length of their sentence, regardless of their age, regardless of the type of facility they're going to... they're nervous."

Interview Details

Outlet
CNN
Show
Newsroom
Host
Jessica Dean
Date
June 9, 2024
Duration
5:19

Related Clients

  • Peter Navarro
  • Steve Bannon

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