Marjorie Taylor Greene Fully Backs Don Lemon’s Arrest
Marjorie Taylor Greene recently voiced her strong endorsement of Don Lemon’s arrest during an appearance on Real Time with Bill Maher. This statement surfaced as the Congresswoman navigates her resignation from Georgia’s 14th congressional district.
Background on Don Lemon’s Arrest
Don Lemon was arrested following an incident related to an anti-ICE protest at a church in Minneapolis. The arrest occurred on Thursday, leading to public interest on Friday during Mayor’s show.
Greene’s Support for the Arrest
During the Friday episode of the show, Greene stated, “I completely support his arrest.” She accused Lemon of violating the FACE Act by interrupting worship and disrespecting the church community.
Critique of Journalism Ethics
- Greene argued that Lemon’s tactics represent activism rather than journalism.
- She highlighted that his comments comparing protesters to white supremacists were inappropriate.
“That’s not first amendment, going in and harassing people in the middle of church,” Greene added. She recounted an incident where Lemon visited her office accompanied by an activist, leading her to involve the Capitol Police.
Reactions and Support for Lemon
On the panel, Joe Scarborough remarked that Lemon’s arrest was intended to intimidate journalists covering ICE’s behavior. Greene denounced the disruption to church services, emphasizing that Christians should not face harassment in their places of worship.
Following the incident, Lemon was released from custody on a no-cash bond. Outside the Los Angeles courthouse, he expressed gratitude for public support and emphasized the vital role of independent media. He stated, “In fact, there is no more important time than right now for a free and independent media that shines a light on the truth and holds those in power accountable.”
