A Sandwich Scuffle: Misdemeanor Charge for Justice Department Employee
Federal prosecutors dropped a felony charge against Sean Dunn, a former Justice Department employee, for throwing a sub sandwich at a federal agent. A grand jury declined to indict him, marking the second rejection of felony charges related to protests against Trump's crime crackdown in Washington, D.C.
In a rare legal turn, federal prosecutors have abandoned their quest to impose a felony charge on Sean Dunn, an ex-Justice Department staffer suspected of assault. Dunn gained notoriety after allegedly hurling a sub sandwich at a federal officer during a protest in Washington, D.C.
This week's decision marks a second setback for the Justice Department, as another grand jury previously opted not to pursue felony charges against a different protester. Both incidents are tied to President Trump's controversial crackdown on crime in the capital, despite evidence suggesting a drop in violence.
The move to dismiss the felony charge, demoting it to a misdemeanor, reflects a broader trend. Attorney General Pam Bondi released Dunn following the incident, captured on video. Critics question the efficiency of federally charging such cases amid declining crime rates.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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