Woman Arrested for Spitting on Former U.S. Attorney Ed Martin During Interview
Emily Gabriella Sommer, 32, was arrested for assaulting Ed Martin, the former acting U.S. Attorney, by spitting on him during a live interview.
Woman charged with assault for spitting on Ed Martin
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Overview
Emily Gabriella Sommer, 32, was arrested and charged with assault after allegedly spitting on Ed Martin, the former acting U.S. Attorney for D.C., during a Newsmax interview. The incident occurred on May 8, coinciding with the withdrawal of Martin's nomination by President Trump. Sommer confronted Martin aggressively, swearing at him and claiming responsibility for the act on social media. She faces a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison. A federal magistrate released her after a disruptive court appearance, and she is scheduled for a preliminary hearing next month.
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Analysis
- The article describes a woman arrested for assault after spitting on a federal prosecutor.
- It emphasizes the violent nature of the incident and its legal repercussions.
- The tone reflects chaos and aggression surrounding the event.
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"…Sommer, 32, was arrested in Washington, D.C., on a complaint charging her with assaulting, resisting or impeding a government official."
Associated Press·1M·FAQ
Ed Martin is a conservative activist, politician, and lawyer who serves as the interim U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, appointed by President Donald Trump in January 2025. He previously chaired the Missouri Republican Party and has a history of political activism and involvement in controversial legal matters, including organizing Stop the Steal rallies and defending January 6 defendants. Martin has no prior prosecutorial experience and has been involved in legal and ethical controversies.
Emily Gabriella Sommer, 32, was arrested and charged with assault after spitting on Ed Martin during a live Newsmax interview on May 8. She aggressively confronted Martin, swearing at him, and later claimed responsibility for spitting on him on social media. Sommer was released by a federal magistrate after a disruptive court appearance and is scheduled for a preliminary hearing next month.
As interim U.S. Attorney, Ed Martin has been involved in controversial actions such as firing or demoting prosecutors handling January 6 cases, dropping those cases, launching investigations into Democratic politicians, and defending Trump allies. He lacks prosecutorial experience, has faced disciplinary complaints, and has been accused of politicizing the Justice Department to align with former President Trump's priorities.
Emily Gabriella Sommer faces a maximum sentence of up to 20 years in prison for the assault charge related to spitting on Ed Martin during the interview.
Ed Martin's nomination withdrawal by President Trump coincided with the incident involving Emily Gabriella Sommer. This development suggests political or administrative reconsideration regarding Martin's role amid controversy over his actions and background as interim U.S. Attorney for D.C.
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