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Benny Johnson Slams NY Times Over Crime Claims

9/3/2025

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Benny Johnson criticized The New York Times for disputing his claims about violent crime in D.C.
An investigation found no murders on his block and confirmed his house was not burned down.
Johnson accused the newspaper of targeting his family and threatened legal action, calling it a "hit piece."
He shared security footage to support his claims and expressed outrage over the article's portrayal of his family's safety.

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Benny Johnson criticized The New York Times for disputing his claims about violent crime in D.C.
An investigation found no murders on his block and confirmed his house was not burned down.
Johnson accused the newspaper of targeting his family and threatened legal action, calling it a "hit piece."
He shared security footage to support his claims and expressed outrage over the article's portrayal of his family's safety.