Don Lemon was arrested at a Minnesota church protest over immigration crackdowns, reigniting debates on journalism and free speech.
As of January 31, 2026, Minnesota faces ongoing legal battles over the Trump administration's Operation Metro Surge, deploying 3,000 immigration agents. Federal Judge Kate Menendez denied a request to halt the operation, ruling the state and cities failed to prove constitutional violations. Meanwhile, journalist Don Lemon was arrested related to a protest at a St. Paul church, sparking First Amendment concerns amid the immigration crackdown.
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Georgia Fort and Don Lemon, both journalists, were arrested in Minnesota following a protest at Cities Church against ICE. Fort livestreamed her arrest, citing First Amendment rights. The arrests are linked to a demonstration opposing immigration enforcement, raising concerns over press freedom amid federal investigations.
In early February 2026, former CNN host Don Lemon was arrested in Los Angeles while livestreaming protests against immigration enforcement at a Minnesota church. The Justice Department charged Lemon with violating the FACE Act, alleging he obstructed access to a religious service amid protests. Trump praised the case, framing it as a defense of religious freedom.
Freelance journalist Lemon was detained by federal agents in Minnesota while covering a protest at a church. He questioned the lack of a warrant and was held overnight. Lemon plans to plead not guilty, asserting he was there as a journalist, not a protester.
Don Lemon, a former CNN anchor, was arrested in Los Angeles for participating in a protest at a church in Minnesota, where protesters disrupted services. The case raises questions about press rights, religious freedom, and the limits of protest, with political figures defending Lemon's actions as protected First Amendment activity.
Former CNN host Don Lemon and eight others face federal charges after disrupting a Minnesota church service protesting ICE. Lemon claims he was there as a journalist, not a participant. The case involves allegations under the 1994 FACE Act, with potential penalties up to a year in prison and $10,000 fine.
The Biden administration has announced the conclusion of Operation Metro Surge, the DHS's largest immigration enforcement effort in Minnesota, after arrests of over 4,000 individuals. The operation faced criticism following deadly incidents and protests, but officials cite increased local cooperation and internal reforms as reasons for the drawdown. Some federal officers remain in the state.
As of February 27, 2026, 39 individuals, including former CNN anchor Don Lemon, have been indicted for their roles in a January 18 protest at Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota. The protest targeted a pastor who is also an ICE official and was part of backlash against a federal immigration crackdown. Charges include conspiracy against religious freedom and interfering with worship.