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Democratic Chair Arrested for Assaulting Disabled Veteran

3/31/2026

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Brian Stewart, chair of the Hernando County Democratic Party in Florida, was arrested for allegedly hitting a disabled veteran, Thomas Michta, with a bullhorn during a protest against the Trump administration.
The incident occurred on Saturday at the intersection of Mariner and Cortez boulevards.
Witnesses and video evidence indicate Stewart intentionally harmed Michta.
Stewart is scheduled to appear in court on April 27.

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Story summary

Brian Stewart, chair of the Hernando County Democratic Party in Florida, was arrested for allegedly hitting a disabled veteran, Thomas Michta, with a bullhorn during a protest against the Trump administration.
The incident occurred on Saturday at the intersection of Mariner and Cortez boulevards.
Witnesses and video evidence indicate Stewart intentionally harmed Michta.
Stewart is scheduled to appear in court on April 27.