The Long-Standing Feud Between Donald Trump and Don Lemon
In a shocking turn of events, CNN anchor Don Lemon was arrested by President Donald Trump's Department of Justice, sparking widespread outrage and concern about the erosion of press freedom. But this is not an isolated incident - the animosity between Trump and Lemon has been brewing for nearly a decade.A Decade-Long History of Animosity
The tension between Trump and Lemon began in 2017, when Trump publicly criticized Lemon's show 'CNN Tonight with Don Lemon' during a White House press conference. Trump accused the show of being 'anti-Trump' and claimed that Lemon was 'dumbest man on television.' This marked the beginning of a long-standing feud between the two, with Trump repeatedly targeting Lemon in public statements and social media posts.
A Pattern of Personal Attacks
In 2018, Trump took aim at Lemon again after he interviewed NBA star LeBron James, who had criticized Trump's divisive rhetoric. Trump called Lemon 'dumbest man on television' once more, prompting a fiery response from Lemon on his show. This pattern of personal attacks continued in 2020, when Trump revived the 'dumbest man on television' insult during a White House press conference.
The Latest Escalation: Don Lemon's Arrest
In January 2026, the feud between Trump and Lemon took a dramatic turn with Lemon's arrest by the Department of Justice. The arrest was sparked by Lemon's live reporting at an anti-ICE protest in Minnesota, which Trump claimed was 'trespassing' and 'part of a group that storms a church.' However, many have criticized the arrest as an attempt to intimidate and silence a prominent journalist.
The long-standing feud between Donald Trump and Don Lemon is a stark reminder of the dangers of press intimidation and the erosion of press freedom. As journalists like Lemon continue to hold those in power accountable, it's essential that we stand behind them and defend their right to report without fear of retribution.
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