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Comedian's Controversial Remarks Lead to Show Cancellations

1/31/2026

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The Laugh Camp Comedy Club in St. Paul canceled six sold-out shows by comedian Ben Bankas after his comments about Renee Good, the victim fatally shot by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer.
Bill Collins, the club's owner, cited safety concerns amid rising threats.
Bankas's remarks in New York mocked Good's death and used slurs.
Refunds will be issued to ticket buyers, and the cancellation could cost about $18,000.

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The Laugh Camp Comedy Club in St. Paul canceled six sold-out shows by comedian Ben Bankas after his comments about Renee Good, the victim fatally shot by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer.
Bill Collins, the club's owner, cited safety concerns amid rising threats.
Bankas's remarks in New York mocked Good's death and used slurs.
Refunds will be issued to ticket buyers, and the cancellation could cost about $18,000.