Gladson Drops Charges Against Stewart in No Kings Protest

0:00It's April 13th. From your city to your ears. This is Tampa Bay News today, powered by AI. Florida State Attorney William Gladson just decided not to press charges against Brian Stewart, the Hernando County Democratic Party chair arrested, back on March 28th. Stewart got hit with a simple battery charge during the No Kings protest, but Gladson reviewed the case and called it a no-go for prosecution. Folks are talking about how this highlights tensions at political rallies, where disruptions can spark quick clashes and legal headaches for everyone involved. Key evidence came from video footage showing the supposed victim stirring up trouble during what was supposed to be a calm demonstration on an an unrelated issue. In the end, Gladson figures any jury would see right through it and let Stewart walk free, wrapping this up as more drama than real crime.