Former CNN host Don Lemon has pleaded not guilty to charges stemming from his coverage of a protest last month at a church over federal immigration raids in Minnesota. Lemon, 59, faced charges for conspiracy to deprive rights and interfering with religious freedoms, allegedly obstructing someone's First Amendment rights by force. He was arrested after entering the Cities Church in St Paul on January 18 with protesters who claimed that one of its pastors was an immigration enforcement official. After streaming the protest, Lemon is now facing charges along with eight others, including another journalist. He described his actions as the duties of an independent journalist. After his arrest, Lemon reiterated, 'I have spent my entire career covering the news. I will not stop now.' The charges have led to discussions about press rights during protests, especially after incidents where federal agents intervened in similar demonstrations.