Drudge reports that Steve Bannon is leaving the White House

Conservative internet news mogul Matt Drudge reported Friday that White House chief strategist Steve Bannon is leaving the White House.

Drudge tweeted Friday that Bannon "had one hell of a run..." He led his website with the headline "BANNON OUT AT WHITE HOUSE," but did not provide any additional details.

Drudge has a close relationship with administration officials and has visited President Donald Trump's White House.

The news came as rumors of Bannon's departure reached a fever pitch in recent days and hours

This is a developing story.