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Former CNN anchor Don Lemon leaves federal court after an appearance following his arrest for involvement in a protest at a church in Minnesota, in Los Angeles

After a Minnesota Church Protest, States Are Toughening Penalties for Disrupting Services

The Republican lawmakers sponsoring most of the legislation say those gathering at sacred sanctuaries deserve protection beyond what existing trespassing laws provide.

Protest against immigration enforcement ooperations in Minneapolis

Christian Leaders Urge Protecting Worshippers’ Rights After Protesters Interrupt Service

The recent surge in operations in Minnesota has pitted more than 2,000 federal immigration officers against community activists and protesters.