Timcast News Don Lemon ARRESTED For Storming Church, Violating FACE ACT | Tim Pool
Jan 30, 2026
A rapid rundown of a high-profile arrest and whether the actions counted as journalism. Clear explanation of the FACE Act, its history, and possible penalties. A debate on legal strategy and precedent from past political events. Discussion of inflammatory celebrity rhetoric and concerns about escalation. Calls for local organizing and preparedness in uncertain times.
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Journalism Claim Doesn't Shield Criminal Conduct
- Tim Pool argues Don Lemon was arrested under the FACE Act for knowingly participating in a church disruption rather than merely reporting.
- Pool frames this as legal consequence for joining an ideologically aligned disruptive group, not protected journalism.
Plea Strategy Often Is Political, Not Legal
- Expect plea and court-strategy incentives: Pool predicts Lemon will plead not guilty for political reasons and fundraising benefits.
- Consider accepting a minor penalty to avoid protracted politicized litigation, Pool suggests.
Law's Application Shifted Over Time
- Pool notes FACE Act originally targeted clinic violence and only later saw religious enforcement after remaining dormant.
- He argues application historically favored clinic protection but now affects church disruptions too.