President Donald Trump tweeted thanks to his former chief strategist, Steve Bannon, following his firing from the role on Friday. “I want to thank Steve Bannon for his service,” Trump said. “He came to the campaign during my run against Crooked Hillary Clinton – it was great! Thanks S.” Rumors had been circling in recent weeks that Bannon was 0n his way out, as several of Trump’s top advisers, including newly-appointed chief of staff General John Kelly, urged the President to cut ties with the controversial political figure. I want to thank Steve Bannon for his service.