I am not in favor of public opinion deciding whether charges should be brought or not in any case, even though it is often a major factor.
@Warp: Do you disagree that we have a right to possess 30-round magazines?
Having strict but fairly enforced laws is a far worse option vs. having and actually standing up to defend all of our rights.
I don't particularly like Gregory's use of his 1st amendment rights either, but I would stand up to stop the government from harassing him because of something he said. Same principle.
The situation presents authorities with an unusual decision: file charges in a crime that is infrequently prosecuted or appear unwilling to enforce the District’s gun laws. Gun rights advocates were among those who called police to complain.
I will not sign a petition.
The Metro Police are investigating. Allow them to their jobs. If they find sufficient evidence, file charges. Of course the DA has the option to administratively reduce or even dismiss charges.
Now, should Mr Gregory be put in county jail and every legal method used to deny or slow down the bail process and if Mr Gregory should get "exposed" to the very people he and his ilk pretend to champion, well it will be a "boots on the ground" learning experience about the criminal justice system for Mr Gregory. That "up close and personal" insight will, no doubt, make him a better reporter.
"Eliminate armed guards for the President, Vice-President, and their families, and establish Gun Free Zones around them"