Don Lemon taken into custody for his involvement in livestreaming protest at Minnesota church

Former CNN anchor Don Lemon was taken into federal custody following his involvement in livestreaming a protest that disrupted a church service in St. Paul, Minnesota. The demonstration centered on opposition to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and unfolded inside the church during a worship service, drawing national attention and sparking debate over press freedom and civil rights. Lemon maintains that he was present solely in a journalistic capacity, documenting events as they happened, while federal authorities argue the incident crossed legal boundaries related to interference with religious worship. The arrest has fueled controversy among media advocates and legal experts, raising broader questions about the limits of journalism, the role of livestreaming at protests, and First Amendment protections. This video breaks down what happened, why federal authorities took action, and what the case could mean for journalists covering protests in the future.