Former White House chief strategist, Steve Bannon, pleaded guilty to charges in a border wall fraud case. Bannon, along with three others, were accused of defrauding donors in an effort to build a wall along the US-Mexico border. According to reports, Bannon pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering.

The group allegedly raised over $25 million through a crowdfunding campaign promising to use the funds to build sections of the wall. However, prosecutors claimed that Bannon and his associates used a large portion of the donations for personal expenses, including salaries and luxury items.

Bannon's guilty plea comes after months of denying the charges against him. The case has sparked controversy and criticism, with many questioning the ethics of using donations meant for a public project for personal gain.

The sentencing for Bannon and the other defendants is scheduled for next month. The outcome of the case is expected to have significant implications for the crowdfunding industry and raise questions about accountability in political fundraising efforts.