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Virginia Brothers Charged in Alleged ICE Attack Plot

11/27/2025

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The Department of Homeland Security is investigating Virginia educator John Bennett and his brother Mark for allegedly plotting to attack Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents with explosive rounds.
The probe began after an off-duty police officer overheard their plans at a restaurant.
Mark Bennett was arrested en route to Las Vegas, where he allegedly planned to buy firearms.
Both brothers face charges of conspiracy to commit malicious wounding.

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The Department of Homeland Security is investigating Virginia educator John Bennett and his brother Mark for allegedly plotting to attack Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents with explosive rounds.
The probe began after an off-duty police officer overheard their plans at a restaurant.
Mark Bennett was arrested en route to Las Vegas, where he allegedly planned to buy firearms.
Both brothers face charges of conspiracy to commit malicious wounding.