Documents recently released by the U.S. Department of Justice reveal that former White House strategist Steve Bannon discussed plans to 'overthrow' Pope Francis with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. In messages exchanged in 2019, Bannon reached out to Epstein for support in undermining the pontiff after leaving the Trump administration. The correspondence underscores Bannon's longstanding criticism of Pope Francis, whom he viewed as an opponent to his nationalistic and anti-globalist views.

The documents further illustrate that Epstein was assisting Bannon in establishing 'The Movement', a populist and nationalist group aimed at influencing political discourse in the United States and Europe during 2018 and 2019. Bannon's messages indicate a clear intent to mobilize against Pope Francis, whom he implicated alongside figures like the Clintons and global leaders as part of a larger perceived threat to his vision.

This revelation highlights the intersections between extreme political movements, personal alliances, and international religious leadership. Bannon's ambitions to diminish Pope Francis's influence reflect broader ideological battles within conservative movements, particularly regarding immigration and globalism, making this situation noteworthy not just for its drama but for its implications for political discourse within and outside the Catholic Church.