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About Mike Benz
Mike Benz is a former U.S. Department of State official and the current Executive Director of the Foundation for Freedom Online, a free speech advocacy organization.
He is known for his work focusing on issues related to online censorship and government institutions.
Benz has gained attention for his claims regarding the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), alleging it operates as a front for intelligence activities, a view that has been amplified by figures such as Elon Musk.
Musk has publicly criticized USAID, citing Benz's claims, and has called for its dismantling.
Benz's past associations with what some sources describe as alt-right ideologies have also been noted in discussions surrounding his claims.
He has spoken at events like the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) and the National Conservatism Conference, addressing topics such as "The Whole-of-Society Censorship Framework" and advocating for the restructuring of institutions he perceives as corrupt.
As the Executive Director of the Foundation for Freedom Online, Benz leads an organization dedicated to promoting a free and open internet.
He has appeared on "The Joe Rogan Experience" multiple times, discussing topics related to free speech and online censorship.
In April and June 2025, Benz was noted for conversations with Secretary of State Marco Rubio concerning the restoration of free speech and dismantling censorship mechanisms within the State Department.