Don Lemon challenges constitutionality of FACE Act in legal defense of church protest charges

By: Max Nesterak

Outlets: Minnesota Reformer

Published: August 7, 2026

Words: 793

Last Updated: 1 week, 4 days ago

Body Text Preview

Independent journalist Don Lemon is challenging the constitutionality of a law underlying federal charges against him stemming from a protest against an immigration official inside a St. Paul church. If Lemon prevails, the ruling could have far-reaching consequences for a law aimed at protecting access to abortion clinics and houses of worship.

Lemon, a former CNN anchor who now has a YouTube show, was indicted along with three other journalists who covered a protest …

Create a free account to access this story and more

Join Plucky Wire to access full stories, collaborate with newsrooms, and discover content from networks around the world.

About

FAQ

Email Us