Sandwich Toss: Protest or Crime?

In Washington, D. C. , a man named Sean Charles Dunn is facing a legal battle after throwing a sandwich at a federal agent. The incident happened outside a nightclub on August 10, and Dunn claims it was an act of protest against President Trump's increased law enforcement presence in the city. However, the prosecution argues that throwing a sandwich is not an acceptable way to express disagreement. The trial began with the prosecution stating that no one should throw objects at others just because they are angry. Dunn's defense, however, argues that the sandwich toss was a harmless gesture following his right to protest. A video of the incident went viral, making Dunn a symbol of resistance for some. The federal agent involved, Gregory Lairmore, testified that the sandwich hit him hard enough to feel it through his protective vest. He also mentioned smelling onions and mustard. Dunn had been shouting insults at the agents before throwing the sandwich. The defense points out that the agents later joked about the incident, suggesting they did not take it too seriously. Dunn used to work for the Justice Department but was fired after his arrest. His lawyers claim he was targeted for his political views, but the judge has not yet ruled on this. The case raises questions about what constitutes a protest and where the line is drawn between free speech and criminal behavior.