October 2, 2026

Benny Johnson Sued for Defamation by ICE Protesters Over Terrorism Claims

Kyle Frankovich and Maureen Foody claim Johnson misrepresented them as 'left-wing terrorists' who assaulted ICE officers during a peaceful protest.
The lawsuit states Johnson's accusations were knowingly false and led to harassment and abusive messages targeting the plaintiffs.
Johnson's portrayal of the protesters was amplified by Homeland Security, which used footage of their arrest in recruitment materials.

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