Podcaster Indicted, Arrested in Los Angeles Over Alleged Threats Against President Trump
Podcaster Benjamin Azariah Southworth was indicted and arrested in Los Angeles for allegedly threatening to kill President Trump.
San Francisco Oakland San Jose, CA, September 3, 2026 — A podcaster identified as Benjamin Azariah Southworth has been indicted and arrested in Los Angeles. The arrest stems from allegations that Southworth made threats to kill President Trump.
Details regarding the specific nature of the alleged threats and the timeline of when they were made were not immediately available. The indictment and subsequent arrest were carried out in Los Angeles. Further information regarding the charges filed and the legal proceedings is expected as the case develops.
Southworth is described as a podcaster. The indictment indicates that legal authorities have formally accused him of serious federal offenses related to the alleged threats. The U.S. Attorney’s Office or relevant federal agencies are expected to oversee the prosecution.
The circumstances surrounding the arrest and the evidence leading to the indictment are currently undisclosed. Investigations into such matters typically involve the Secret Service and other federal law enforcement agencies tasked with protecting the President and investigating threats against public officials. The contractor’s name, if applicable, was not provided in the available information. The exact date of the indictment and arrest was not provided.
As of the latest reports, Southworth has been taken into custody. The legal process will now proceed, which may include arraignment, bail hearings, and further court appearances. The outcome of these proceedings will depend on the evidence presented and the legal defenses pursued. The fine amount, if any, was not provided.
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