ICE protesters who interrupted church service won't face state charges: Prosecutor
Protesters who interrupted a church service in Minnesota will not face state charges, according to a prosecutor. The decision comes as the protesters already face federal charges related to their actions during the demonstration. The lead pastor of the church criticized the ruling, arguing it undermines the sanctity of religious gatherings.
- ▪Dozens of anti-immigration enforcement protesters interrupted a church service in January 2026.
- ▪St. Paul City Attorney Irene Kao stated that current evidence is insufficient for state charges.
- ▪The U.S. Justice Department has brought federal civil rights charges against 39 individuals involved in the protest.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onICE protesters who interrupted church service won't face state charges: ProsecutorDozens of anti-immigration enforcement protesters who face federal criminal charges after they interrupted a Minnesota church service in January, accompanied by former CNN journalist Don Lemon, will not additionally face state chargesByThe Associated PressJune 3, 2026, 8:14 PM1:36FILE - Cities Church is seen on Jan. 19, 2026, in St. Paul, Minn. (AP Photo/Angelina Katsanis, File)The Associated PressST. PAUL, Minn.
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