Federal Judge Declines to Sign Complaint Against Don Lemon

A federal magistrate judge in Minnesota has opted not to approve a criminal complaint against activist and former CNN anchor Don Lemon concerning recent protests at a church.

Sources indicated that the attorney general expressed frustration over this decision. They noted that while this step is significant, there may be further opportunities for the Justice Department to pursue charges against Lemon.

During the protests over the weekend, Lemon, along with other activists who oppose ICE, disrupted a church service in St. Paul, Minnesota. The service was reportedly interrupted, with attendees facing jeers and intimidation.

Initial reports suggest that Lemon isn’t alone; seven others involved in the incident could also be facing Justice Department action. As of now, three of those individuals are already in custody.

Meanwhile, it appears the state isn’t pursuing charges against these protesters, which has led the Justice Department to consider federal laws to address the situation. For instance, one protester, William Kelly, has been charged with conspiracy related to civil rights violations stemming from the church riot.

The case involving Lemon is complex. He may argue that his presence at the event was as a reporter, which complicates the assessment of his actions during the unrest. While Lemon’s claims about First Amendment protections during riots might be controversial, proving any criminal wrongdoing on his part remains challenging compared to others charged.

Now, it’s important to address the core issue: if Lemon committed a crime, there should be accountability. However, there’s also a pointed interest in investigating those who orchestrate and financially support such movements from behind the scenes—those truly orchestrating chaos.