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| Don Lemon Accuses Stephen A. Smith of ‘Cozying Up to White People' with Take on ICE Shooting |
| 2026-01-12 |
| [Wave News] Don Lemon criticized Stephen A. Smith for defending an ICE agent's shooting of protester Renee Good, suggesting Smith's rationale was aimed at appealing to white audiences for financial gain. Lemon expressed disbelief at Smith's comments, which he viewed as uninformed and detrimental to the Black community, stating that Smith's shift from sports commentary to discussing racial issues lacked clarity. Despite Smith's assertion that the shooting was legally justified, he proposed alternative actions the officer could have taken. Lemon's remarks underscore a broader tension within media discussions about race and law enforcement, hinting at potential ramifications for Smith's standing among liberal colleagues. The discourse may indicate shifting dialogues about race within sports media going forward. Dive Deeper: Don Lemon accused Stephen A. Smith of 'cozying up to white people' in light of Smith's defense of the ICE agent who shot Renee Good, framing it as a financial strategy rather than a genuine stance. Lemon emphasized the different challenges faced by Black individuals in media, stating he hesitates to criticize them but felt compelled due to Smith's remarks on a recent podcast. Stephen A. Smith characterized the shooting as 'completely justified' from a legal standpoint, but he also suggested the officer could have avoided lethal force by shooting the tires instead. Lemon remarked on how he could potentially gain wealth by adopting conservative views, implying that such a shift could lead to financial success in the current media landscape. The incident highlights the complexities of race relations in America and the media, particularly within sports commentary, where perspectives on law enforcement are often polarized. Both the victim, Good, and the ICE officer involved in the incident are white, raising questions about the racial framing of the shooting as discussed by Lemon. Smith's support for ICE officers may alienate him from his liberal ESPN colleagues, complicating his relationships within the network, which is largely perceived as left-leaning. Related: Don Lemon 04/17/2025 Here's a fun update on the status of the Taylor Lorenz story. Don Lemon 12/14/2024 Don Lemon rages against Time magazine over Trump ''Person of the Year'' Don Lemon 12/07/2024 Health Insurers Remove Executive Leadership Pages as Leftist Wackos Like Taylor Lorenz Celebrate UnitedHealth Murder Related: Stephen A. Smith 10/10/2025 Christian Association of Nigeria clarifies position on violence against Christian communities Stephen A. Smith 08/08/2025 Rep. Jasmine Crockett is a no-show boss from hell who terrorizes staffers, aides say: ‘All diva, no wow' Stephen A. Smith 08/06/2025 Stephen A. Smith: ''You know good and well I wouldn’t vote for Mamdani'' |
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