Don Lemon says a late-night federal arrest will not stop his journalism. The veteran reporter cites First Amendment protections and vows to continue holding power accountable.
Don Lemon Says He Will Continue Journalism After Federal Arrest
Veteran journalist Don Lemon says he will not stop reporting the news after what he describes as a late-night arrest by federal authorities, calling the moment a critical test for press freedom in the United States.
In a public statement, Lemon thanked supporters for standing by him and said the encouragement “means the world” to him. He emphasized that he has spent more than three decades covering national and global events and has no plans to step away from journalism.
According to Lemon, a team of federal agents from the U.S. Department of Justice arrested him during the night. He said the action was taken in connection with his work as a journalist — work he believes is protected under the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.
Lemon described the current moment as especially important for independent media, saying a free press plays a key role in exposing the truth and holding powerful institutions accountable. He added that journalists across the country rely on constitutional protections to do their jobs without fear of retaliation.
“I will not be silenced,” Lemon said, adding that he looks forward to addressing the matter in court.
The Department of Justice has not publicly responded to Lemon’s claims.
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