In a bizarre display outside a federal courthouse, anti-ICE protesters waved large dildos in the air and chanted “Protect the press!” as former CNN anchor Don Lemon entered his federal arraignment to submit his plea.
The scene, described by one observer as a “surreal circus,” unfolded on the courthouse steps, where leftist activists employed shock tactics to draw attention to their cause amid Lemon's legal proceedings.
Video footage shared by Disclose.tv captured the unusual protest in real time, showcasing the protesters' provocative methods as Lemon appeared for his court date.
This dildo-waving approach is part of a broader protest strategy known as “Operation Dildo Blitz,” which has been used recently against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the Twin Cities area.
Just days prior to the courthouse demonstration, the same crude tactic was deployed outside the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis, a facility that houses ICE operations.
The protesters' actions highlight an escalating pattern of unconventional demonstrations targeting federal buildings and personnel associated with immigration enforcement, blending sexual symbolism with political messaging.
As Lemon navigated the chaotic environment to enter his plea, the intersection of media figures, legal accountability, and activist theatrics underscored the charged atmosphere surrounding the event.
