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Rep. Chuck Edwards Cleared of Charges After Alleged Rotary Conference Altercation

The Buncombe County DA declined to press charges, citing insufficient evidence, following allegations that Edwards struck an attendee with a clipboard.

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Overview

  • Rep. Chuck Edwards was accused of striking a man with a clipboard during a Rotary Club event in Asheville, North Carolina on May 10.
  • The alleged incident occurred after Edwards delivered a politically charged speech at what was intended to be a nonpartisan conference, frustrating some attendees.
  • Edwards claimed the man involved was intoxicated and belligerent, while witnesses provided conflicting accounts of the altercation.
  • The Asheville Police Department opened an investigation but the Buncombe County District Attorney's Office announced on May 12 that no charges would be filed due to insufficient probable cause.
  • Rotary District 7670 leadership apologized to attendees, emphasizing their commitment to maintaining respectful and nonpartisan environments at their events.