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Benny Johnson Faces Allegations Amid Defamation Threats

2/19/2026

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Author Saeed Jones alleged that Benny Johnson kissed someone at a party, fueling speculation about his sexuality.
Kate Johnson, Benny Johnson's wife, defended him, noting their four young children and a fifth on the way.
Benny Johnson threatened legal action against Milo Yiannopoulos for defamation.
Milo Yiannopoulos said he has evidence to counter Johnson's threats and that malice would be hard to prove.
Yiannopoulos has previously identified as gay.

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Author Saeed Jones alleged that Benny Johnson kissed someone at a party, fueling speculation about his sexuality.
Kate Johnson, Benny Johnson's wife, defended him, noting their four young children and a fifth on the way.
Benny Johnson threatened legal action against Milo Yiannopoulos for defamation.
Milo Yiannopoulos said he has evidence to counter Johnson's threats and that malice would be hard to prove.
Yiannopoulos has previously identified as gay.