Honestly, this story about House Speaker Johnson and other GOP leaders rallying behind Steve Bannon's Supreme Court appeal is concerning but not surprising. It feels like yet another example of the political loyalty tests that overshadow the rule of law and the principles of accountability. Bannon's defiance of a subpoena from the January 6 select committee isn't just a procedural hiccup; it's a direct challenge to the democratic process and the pursuit of truth regarding that tumultuous day. By backing Bannon's appeal, it seems like the GOP is prioritizing partisan politics over the integrity of our institutions and the seriousness of the events surrounding January 6. It's disheartening to see leaders, who should be upholding democratic values, instead appear to undermine them for political gain.