Because the laws and interpretation of such are written and applied by the same administrative state that enriches itself at the expense of the masses. In that, Steve Bannon really put the finger into the right wound.
This is the hypocrisy. Some guy growing some cannabis plants will get years in prison in many countries despite arguably he's actually helping people.
A guy who steals millions will just get a few months to a few years, this also goes to those who steal public funds. I guess the system is encouraging white collar crime and we need to take our cues.