Don Lemon hires federal attorney who quit over handling of inquiry into Renee Good’s killing

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Victoria BekiempisFebruary 11, 2026 at 03:29 PM

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Former CNN anchor Don Lemon, now an independent journalist, has hired Joseph H. Thompson, a former federal prosecutor, to defend him against charges of conspiracy and interfering with religious freedom. Lemon was indicted by a federal grand jury in Minnesota for his alleged involvement in a January 18 protest at the Cities church in St. Paul. The protest occurred following the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent. Thompson, who resigned from his position as acting US attorney for Minnesota, reportedly disagreed with the Justice Department's handling of the investigation into Good's death. Lemon maintains that he was present at the church only as a journalist and was not affiliated with the protesters.

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Harry Jacobs 40% Tim Walz 40% Alex Pretti 50% CNN 50% Minneapolis ×260% Donald Trump 60% Department of Justice ×260% Minnesota ×570% Renee Nicole Good ×470% United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) ×270% Joseph H Thompson ×580% Don Lemon ×590%

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