Political Violence is a Mainstream Democrat Position: Benny Johnson [WATCH]

Attorney General Pam Bondi announced Friday the arrest of George Isbell Jr., who was charged in a criminal complaint with “mailing threatening communications” to conservative commentator Benny Johnson.

The arrest, which occurred on October 7, came just days after Johnson received a letter containing graphic threats at his home in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination.

During a press conference, Bondi thanked federal and local law enforcement officials who worked on the case.

“Benny is a well-known media personality, carrying a message very similar to Charlie’s. Grounded largely in faith and love of country,” Bondi said.

“Just days after Charlie’s assassination, Benny received a letter at his home where he and Kate are raising their beautiful, beautiful young family. The author of this letter made it very clear that he hated Benny because of his views, and he wanted Benny dead.”

BREAKING: AG Pam Bondi announces the arrest of an individual who threatened to kill my entire family.

He is being charged federally and faces prison if convicted.

“Threats were made against Benny Johnson and his wife Kate. Just says after Charlie’s assassination, they received… pic.twitter.com/5NJxab8TnI

— Benny Johnson (@bennyjohnson) October 10, 2025

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According to the criminal complaint, Isbell allegedly sent the threatening letter from San Diego, California.

The letter stated, “You all need to be exterminated. Don’t worry — won’t be me. I’m not giving up my freedoms for worm sh*t like you.”

The Justice Department provided additional details, explaining that the letter specifically referenced Johnson’s close friend, Charlie Kirk, who had been killed during a public event on a college campus.

The DOJ said the letter escalated in tone, reading: “I hope the American flag strangles the life out of you. Maybe someone will blow your head off!!! We can hope! Planning any public engagements? Love to see your head explode and your blood stain the concrete red. What a sight!”

What we know about the guy who sent the letter to Benny Johnson:

Full Name: George Isbell Jr.
Age: 69
Residence: City Heights, CA

Still looking for his arrest photo. Here is the letter he sent. pic.twitter.com/8wnsKSN8Ic

— Freedom Piper (@FreeThinkerInc) October 10, 2025

Bondi condemned the threats and called for an end to politically motivated violence. “This horrific cycle of political violence has to stop,” Bondi said.

“If you are thinking about threatening or harming anyone because of their political views, understand this — the Department of Justice will find you, and we will bring you to justice.”

Following the announcement, Johnson expressed gratitude toward Bondi and law enforcement for their swift action in locating and arresting the suspect.

He called the threats a continuation of a broader pattern of left-wing violence targeting conservatives. “This has to stop. This cycle must end,” Johnson said.

“Left-wing violence is exploding.”

Johnson also drew a connection between the threats he received and the ongoing atmosphere of hostility following Kirk’s assassination and the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump earlier this year.

“Let me be absolutely clear: We will not be silenced. We will not back down. We will not break,” Johnson said.

“You lit a fire that cannot be put out. Charlie Kirk taught us to go on offense. That is exactly what we will do. We will work harder, speak louder, and grow stronger. We will continue to move TPUSA’s mission forward. For Charlie.”

Johnson also addressed the broader cultural and political divide, urging Americans to reject violence and reassert a shared commitment to safety and unity.

“This is a country where families should be able to raise their children safely, where people can have peaceful disagreements, and we can all live together under one American flag,” he said.

An individual has been arrested for threatening to kill my wife, my four children, and me. He sent a letter to my home saying he hated our views and wanted us dead.

He is being charged federally and faces prison time.

I want to thank President Trump, AG Pam Bondi, and the… pic.twitter.com/yRAw53QGOg

— Benny Johnson (@bennyjohnson) October 10, 2025

The Department of Justice confirmed that Isbell was taken into custody without incident and is being held pending a federal detention hearing.

If convicted, he faces up to five years in prison and significant fines.

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