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Former Justice Employee Charged for Assaulting Officer with Sandwich

8/31/2025

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Dunn Assault Charges

Sean Charles Dunn faces misdemeanor assault charges for allegedly throwing a sandwich at a Customs and Border Protection officer.
A grand jury declined to indict him on felony charges related to the incident on August 10.
Dunn, a former Justice Department employee, was terminated following the event amid increased federal law enforcement presence.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro reaffirmed her support for law enforcement, while some residents perceived Dunn's actions as protest.

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Baxter Fired Misconduct

Elizabeth Baxter, a Justice Department intern, was fired for abusive behavior towards a National Guard member.
This incident marks Attorney General Pam Bondi's second termination for similar conduct.
Baxter shouted profanities and gestured offensively, raising free speech issues.
Unlike Sean Charles Dunn, Baxter's actions were workplace-related and not classified as assault.
Baxter may appeal her termination to the Merit Systems Protection Board, claiming her actions were not political.

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Dunn Assault Charges

Sean Charles Dunn faces misdemeanor assault charges for allegedly throwing a sandwich at a Customs and Border Protection officer.
A grand jury declined to indict him on felony charges related to the incident on August 10.
Dunn, a former Justice Department employee, was terminated following the event amid increased federal law enforcement presence.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro reaffirmed her support for law enforcement, while some residents perceived Dunn's actions as protest.

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