With his fraud trial in Manhattan just around the corner, Steve Bannon, a former Trump adviser, is pulling out all the stops to push back the case. Sound familiar? That’s because he’s following a playbook straight from his old boss.

Bannon has delayed the trial multiple times, used courthouse hallways as his personal soapbox, and, in a recent legal filing, accused Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg of being “vindictive.” His legal team argued that the case is an example of “unconstitutional selective enforcement of the law,” claiming he’s being singled out for his political beliefs.

The filing didn’t hold back, taking direct aim at Bragg’s history, including his successful conviction of former President Trump last year. It also called out New York Attorney General Letitia James, whose civil fraud case against Trump resulted in a massive fine. Bannon’s team seems to be suggesting this is more about politics than justice.

The D.A.’s office, for its part, stayed tight-lipped, saying they’ll respond in court filings. Bannon’s strategy mirrors Trump’s approach to his own legal battles, where he repeatedly accused New York officials of targeting him unfairly. While Trump lost both cases, he managed to rally supporters behind the idea that he was a victim of political persecution.

Bannon’s trial, set for next month, centers on allegations tied to a volunteer effort to fund a border wall. With his legal team doubling down on delay tactics and political accusations, it’s shaping up to be a case that could draw plenty of attention—and controversy. Will it work? We’ll have to wait and see.