Benzimidazole derivatives of Formula I, that modulate the activity of ACSS2 are disclosed for therapeutic use. The fused imidazole ring of the compounds disclosed has a diarylmethyl or diarylmethanol moiety attached at the 2-position and the as compounds have at least one other substituent at the 5 or 6 position of the benzimidazole. Also disclosed are methods of using the benzimidazole compounds for the treatment of diseases or disorders, such as cancer.