“He told me really dark stuff”: Benny Johnson backs Tim Pool after apology call and fears for his family's safety

Tim Pool, one of the most followed political podcasters in the United States, is again in the spotlight after a shooting scare at his home in West Virginia. Now, a new voice has joined the story.

On Sunday, conservative commentator Benny Johnson shared an update on X that quickly drew attention. Johnson said Tim Pool personally called him after the reported shooting and offered an apology. “Tim Pool called me and apologized. We’re cool. He’s a good dude,” Johnson wrote. He also added a serious note, saying Pool spoke about “really dark stuff” happening behind the scenes. Johnson ended his post by asking people to pray for the safety of Pool, his family, and his team.


This update comes just days after Pool said shots were fired at his home in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, following a late-night podcast episode. Pool first reported the incident on X, stating that a vehicle drove up to his property and opened fire. No one was hurt, and Pool said his security team and law enforcement were notified.

According to Tim Pool, security later believed that three shots were fired between midnight and 1 a.m. He said the group is in contact with police and the FBI. Pool also asked listeners to check archived versions of his podcast, saying the gunshots might be heard in the background.

Public reaction was swift. Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene said the incident was “terrifying” and called for unity against political violence. Former Congressman Matt Gaetz also shared support. Turning Point USA’s Andrew Kolvet posted prayers for Pool and his team.

Tim Pool, Benny Johnson apology call, and rising tension after recent podcast backlash

The apology mentioned by Benny Johnson appears linked to growing tension inside conservative media circles. In recent days, Pool faced backlash after controversial comments were made on his podcast about Erika Kirk and the late Charlie Kirk. Those remarks sparked strong reactions online and increased infighting among right-leaning commentators.

While Tim Pool himself did not make the claims, critics blamed his platform for allowing them. That pressure may explain why Tim Pool reached out privately to Johnson, who has influence across conservative media spaces.

The shooting scare also comes during an already tense time. Just months earlier, Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk was fatally shot while speaking at an event in Utah. That incident shook political commentators across the country and raised fears about safety.

So far, authorities have not publicly confirmed the shooting at Tim Pool’s West Virginia home. There are also no reports of arrests or suspects. Still, the incident has renewed talks about threats, online anger, and real-world danger faced by high-profile voices.

Benny Johnson’s post adds a softer turn to the story, showing attempts to calm tensions behind the scenes. But with investigations ongoing and emotions running high, the situation around Tim Pool remains serious, unsettled, and closely watched.

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