She needs ‘voting rights removed’: MAGA thinks woman charged with spitting in former Trump official’s face should no longer be able to vote

In a moment that has MAGA clutching its pearls, Emily Gabriella Sommer, from D.C., has been charged with assault after allegedly spitting on Edward R. Martin Jr., a former interim U.S. Attorney—and proud MAGA mouthpiece—during a Newsmax interview.

The incident, now dubbed “Spitgate,” has sparked calls from Trump-world for everything from jail time to stripping her right to vote. Yes, really.

So, what happened?

On May 8, 2025, Martin—yes, that Ed Martin, longtime conservative activist and former interim U.S. Attorney for D.C.—was holding court in front of 601 D Street NW, talking to Newsmax in what was likely another rant about the “weaponization of government.” Mid-interview, Sommer, 32, approached him with a question that’ll likely go down in anti-MAGA lore: “Who in the f— are you?”

After confirming Martin’s identity, Sommer reportedly spat on his shoulder and yelled, “You are a disgusting man. F— you, Ed Martin. My name is Emily Gabriella Sommer, and you are served” before strutting away like a progressive Joan of Arc.

Let’s pause for a moment: Yes, spitting on someone is assault. And yes, she identified herself on the spot and went home to post about it from her X account, which boasted the display name “Lefttits.” Subtle.

Sommer’s charges

On May 22, 2025, Sommer was arrested and charged with assaulting a federal officer, a charge that can carry up to eight years in prison if no weapon is involved and if no bodily injury occurs. This is no slap on the wrist; the federal statute doesn’t take kindly to bodily fluids as a form of political expression.

According to the U.S. Marshals Service affidavit, the feds went full CSI: MAGA, reviewing security footage, matching facial features with booking photos, and even confirming her identity through a witness at her home. All this for a shoulder-spit and a few choice words. And we wonder why the court backlog is so bad.

Naturally, the MAGAverse responded with its usual nuance and calm. Prominent Trump supporters online immediately began screeching for Sommer’s head on a proverbial pike—figuratively, of course. Among the highlights, “Good. She needs to be jail and voting rights removed,” complete with a typo, just like MAGA’s fearless leader.

Who is Emily Gabriella Sommer?

At this point, Sommer is less known for her resume than for becoming an instant progressive folk hero. No public record of her political activism exists, but her posts and the dramatic on-camera confrontation suggest she’s no fan of Trump-era justice. Her choice of platform handle and the phrase “you are served” hint that this may have been more performance art than spontaneous outburst.

Sommer now faces the daunting reality of federal prosecution. If convicted, she could face a fine and several years behind bars. However, the charge—while serious—doesn’t automatically revoke civil rights like voting, unless a felony conviction results and even then, voting rights restoration depends on jurisdiction.

In D.C., where Sommer resides, felons retain their right to vote, even while incarcerated. That’s right, MAGA: even if she’s convicted, she’ll still be able to cast a ballot against your favorite strongman in 2028. Cue the fireworks.

And if you’re wondering—yes, Ed Martin is just fine. His shoulder? Less so. His ego? Probably forever wounded.