Leftist ACTIVIST Charged – Spits on Ex-Prosecutor

Emily Gabriella Sommer faces legal consequences after a shocking incident involving former U.S. Attorney Edward Martin.

At a Glance

• Emily Gabriella Sommer was charged for spitting on Edward Martin during an outdoor interview.
• The incident took place in Washington, D.C., outside Martin’s office.
• Sommer bragged about the assault on social media, aiding law enforcement in her identification.
• Martin, known for his connection to the January 6th events, was the victim.

Details of the Incident

A 32-year-old woman, Emily Gabriella Sommer, was arrested in Washington, D.C., for allegedly spitting on Edward Martin, a former U.S. Attorney and acting chief prosecutor for the capital during an outdoor interview. Sommer reportedly confirmed Martin’s identity before carrying out the assault and later mocked him publicly via social media platforms.

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Law enforcement reported that Sommer approached Martin with confrontational remarks, confirmed his identity, and then proceeded to spit on him. The arrest followed shortly after Sommer’s audacious social media confessions, ultimately leading to charges of assaulting, resisting, or impeding a government official.

Social Media Involvement

Sommer’s own statements on Martin’s X account exposed her involvement. She utilized the handle @EmilyGabriellaS with the display name “Lefttits” to claim responsibility for the incident. Sommer’s posts included admissions, such as, “ED, that was me that spit in your face today,” providing concrete evidence for law enforcement.

“Law enforcement identified the X account with username @EmilyGabriellaS and display name ‘Lefttits’ as likely belonging to Sommer” – DOJ.

The incident highlighted a seemingly casual attitude towards the law from Sommer, as she both verbally assailed Martin during the confrontation and later boasted about it on social media. This behavior illustrates not only her brash demeanor but also her disregard for potential legal repercussions.

Legal Framework and Implications

Under the U.S. legal framework, spitting is commonly classified as a form of assault. Prosecutions commonly occur only under exacerbating conditions. Sommer’s actions have arguably crossed this line, especially given Martin’s high-profile status as a government official.

Sommer appeared to exhibit no remorse, continuing to engage with her audience post-incident. Martin, incidentally, took the situation in stride, making light of the occurrence and displaying his characteristic resilience.