Steve Bannon says Elon Musk should be deported ‘immediately’

Published June 5, 2025 6:48pm ET



Former White House chief strategist Steve Bannon said he has advised President Donald Trump to “immediately” deport Elon Musk from the United States.

Bannon, who has been critical of Musk and his work with the Department of Government Efficiency for months, reportedly said on Thursday that he suggested Trump launch an investigation into Elon Musk’s immigration status.

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