CNN defends Don Lemon after arrest of ex-host over anti-ICE protest coverage
By Fox News
February 1, 2026, 6:12 PM EST
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CITY, State (Fox News) — CNN defends former employee Don Lemon after arrest for church disruption
Key Facts:
- Don Lemon was arrested in connection with a viral protest by anti-ICE agitators in St. Paul, Minnesota.
- CNN issued a statement defending Lemon, citing concerns about press freedom and the First Amendment.
- Lemon livestreamed the protest at St. Paul’s Cities Church, claiming the right to protest under the First Amendment.
- Lemon was fired by CNN in 2023 and has since started his own show via YouTube and Substack.
- CNN’s Dana Bash questioned Attorney General Todd Blanche about Lemon’s arrest, suggesting it was an attempt to make an example out of him.
- Lemon thanked CNN reporters and the network during his podcast, urging journalists to stand up for each other.
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