CNN 5 Things More Epstein Files, Don Lemon Arrested, No Death Penalty for Mangione and more
Jan 30, 2026
DOJ releases a massive tranche of files tied to Jeffrey Epstein. A former CNN anchor is arrested while covering an anti-ICE protest. Nationwide demonstrations and boycotts are planned to oppose immigration enforcement. The president names a nominee for the Federal Reserve chair. A judge narrows charges and rules on evidence in a high-profile federal case.
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DOJ Releases Vast Epstein File Archive
- The DOJ says it produced roughly 3.5 million pages related to Jeffrey Epstein under the act.
- Some material remains withheld for legally permitted reasons, per Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche.
Don Lemon Arrested While Reporting
- Don Lemon says he was reporting, not protesting, while inside a St. Paul church covering anti-ICE demonstrators.
- He was arrested after federal charges were filed against several protesters and his attorney vowed to fight the charges.
Nationwide Protests Against ICE Crackdown
- Anti-ICE activists organized renewed protests and a nationwide boycott of school, work, and shopping to protest the agency's crackdown.
- The movement is loosely organized online and has prompted demonstrations outside federal buildings.