Don Lemon Handed New Arraignment Date by Federal Judge
Summary
Don Lemon, a former CNN host, has been rescheduled to appear in federal court in Minnesota on February 13 over charges related to a protest at a church. He and eight others are accused of conspiring to disrupt a church service because one of the pastors was a federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) official. This case has drawn attention to issues of press freedom and protest tactics.Key Facts
- Don Lemon is facing federal charges related to a protest at a Minnesota church on January 18.
- The protest targeted a pastor who was also an ICE official, leading to allegations of interference with religious freedom.
- Lemon's court date was moved to February 13, 2023, by a federal judge.
- The charges include conspiracy to deprive churchgoers of their rights.
- Lemon and co-defendant Jerome Richardson claim they are being targeted by President Trump’s administration.
- Lemon was arrested in Los Angeles and released on his own recognizance without bond or travel restrictions.
- An earlier prosecution attempt against Lemon failed but was revived by a federal grand jury.
- The protest disrupted a church service, causing fear among congregants and involved around 20-40 people.
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