Archive · 17 Sep 2025
Twitch Bans Political Streamer Destiny Following Controversy
Destiny, a political streamer, was banned from Twitch.
He made controversial comments about Charlie Kirk, failing to condemn his assassination and mocking Kirk's widow.
Destiny blamed the political climate under Trump for creating an environment of division.
The ban followed his appearance on Piers Morgan Uncensored.
Destiny is known for his gaming and political debate streams.
He grew up in Nebraska and studied music briefly.
The ban has caused Destiny to lose his income.
Elon Musk responded by supporting free speech, while acknowledging that there can be consequences to statements.
Political streamer Destiny was banned from Twitch.
The ban followed controversial comments made on 'Piers Morgan Uncensored'.
Destiny refused to condemn the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
He claimed conservatives and Elon Musk were responsible for the ban.
Destiny's income is now gone, and his career is potentially impacted.
- Who
- Steven Bonnell II, known as Destiny.
- What
- Was banned from Twitch following statements made on "Piers Morgan Uncensored".
- When
- The ban occurred after an appearance on 'Piers Morgan Uncensored' in September 2025.
- Where
- Twitch platform
- Why
- Due to controversial statements regarding Charlie Kirk's potential assassination, and failing to condemn it.
Destiny's Stance
Critics
Condemnation of Violence
Destiny's Stance
Destiny did not condemn the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
Critics
Critics were outraged that Destiny failed to condemn the potential assassination.
Responsibility for Political Climate
Destiny's Stance
Destiny blamed the political climate, under Trump, for division.
Critics
Critics found his statement unacceptable
Support or opposition of Musk's statement
Destiny's Stance
Believes Elon Musk's stance on free speech led to his ban.
Critics
Critics acknowledge that people should face the consequences of their actions.
- Name
- Steven Bonnell II (Destiny)
- Birthdate
- December 12, 1988
- Birthplace
- Omaha, Nebraska
- Education
- University of Nebraska Omaha (dropped out)
- Primary Career
- Political Streamer
- Streaming Platform
- Twitch