Govt's Theory for Prosecuting Don Lemon as to Disruption of Minn. Church Service
5 days ago
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- #First Amendment
- #conspiracy
- The indictment against Don Lemon involves charges under 18 U.S.C. § 241 and § 248(a)(2), related to conspiring to disrupt a church service and interfering with religious freedom.
- The government must prove Lemon conspired with others to oppress people in their free exercise of religion and either personally interfered or acted as a coconspirator.
- Key allegations include Lemon attending a pre-operation briefing, livestreaming the event, maintaining operational secrecy, and participating in disruptive actions inside the church.
- Lemon's actions, such as confronting congregants and obstructing their exit, are cited as evidence of his involvement in the conspiracy.
- The case hinges on whether Lemon's intent and actions meet the legal elements of the crimes charged, with the outcome to be determined at trial.