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Brothers Arrested for Plotting Violence Against ICE Officers

11/21/2025

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John Bennett, an assistant principal, and his brother Mark Bennett were arrested at Norfolk International Airport on suspicion of planning violence against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers.
Brothers planned to meet like-minded individuals in Las Vegas to discuss plans.
Mark Bennett reportedly purchased an assault rifle designed to pierce law-enforcement vests.
An off-duty officer overheard them discussing anti-ICE sentiments at a restaurant.
John Bennett has been placed on leave from his teaching position.

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Story summary

John Bennett, an assistant principal, and his brother Mark Bennett were arrested at Norfolk International Airport on suspicion of planning violence against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers.
Brothers planned to meet like-minded individuals in Las Vegas to discuss plans.
Mark Bennett reportedly purchased an assault rifle designed to pierce law-enforcement vests.
An off-duty officer overheard them discussing anti-ICE sentiments at a restaurant.
John Bennett has been placed on leave from his teaching position.