Former CNN Anchor Don Lemon Arrested During Protest at Minnesota Church – Live Coverage of US Politics | ICE (US Immigration and Customs Enforcement)

Don Lemon, a former CNN anchor, was arrested by federal agents in Los Angeles, his attorney confirmed on Friday. This incident comes just days after a magistrate judge declined to approve charges against him related to documenting a protest at a church in Minnesota.

“Don Lemon was taken into custody last night in Los Angeles while covering the Grammy Awards. He has been a journalist for 30 years, and his constitutionally protected work in Minneapolis is consistent with his long-standing practices,” said his attorney, Abbe Lowell, in a statement.

“Instead of investigating the federal agents who killed two peaceful protesters in Minnesota, the Trump Justice Department is focusing its resources on this arrest. This unprecedented attack on the First Amendment aims to distract from the numerous crises facing this administration. Don will vigorously contest these charges in court.”

For further background on the Justice Department’s actions against Lemon, consider this previous development:

Donald Trump issued a stern warning to Iran, stating that the country must abandon its nuclear program and cease the killing of protesters if it wishes to avoid the activation of the large U.S. naval presence in the Middle East.

His comments came during the premiere of a documentary about First Lady Melania Trump while Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi landed in Turkey to explore potential negotiations with the U.S. Trump highlighted the tragic circumstances where thousands of protesters have been killed and reiterated that he had managed to halt Iran’s plans for executions.

Recent scrutiny of Trump’s administration follows the tragic deaths of individuals, including Renee Good and Alex Pretti, at the hands of U.S. immigration officers. Reports indicate that ICE observers have faced violence during protests, raising alarm about political strategy and law enforcement tactics.

In response to these developments, Araghchi stated that Iran is open to discussions with the U.S., provided they are fair and do not encroach upon its defense capabilities.

Donald Trump has nominated former Federal Reserve governor Kevin Warsh as the next chair, marking a significant attempt by the president to exert influence over the U.S. central bank and challenge its historical independence.

In a statement to reporters, Trump signaled his intent to nominate Warsh early Friday, suggesting that “many believe he could have been chosen years ago.” If confirmed by the Senate, Warsh will succeed Jerome Powell, who previously clashed with Trump over interest rate policy.

Trump’s statement emphasized Warsh’s suitability: “He understands the need to lower interest rates,” a key concern given the current economic climate and the need for effective political campaigns to support election reform.

Activists have organized a nationwide shutdown, encouraging “no work, no school, no shopping” as a form of protest against the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement tactics.

This initiative, described as a general strike, aims to unite individuals against the aggressive actions of ICE, which have faced renewed criticism following a series of fatal incidents involving federal agents.

Kidus Yeshidagna, president of the Ethiopian Students Union at the University of Minnesota and a key organizer, stated, “We believe what has occurred in Minnesota should be a national call to action. It is essential for more citizens and lawmakers across the country to engage.”