Battery Charges ROCK Former DC Power Player

Former FCC official and Democratic staffer Jeffrey Gary was arrested for allegedly abducting and sexually assaulting two women at Alexandria Metro stations, receiving preferential treatment with release on bond despite prosecutors’ objections to his freedom.

Key Takeaways

• Jeffrey Gary, former assistant division chief at the FCC and previous staffer for Democratic Senators Cantwell and Wyden, faces charges of assault, battery, sexual battery, and two counts of abduction with force.
• Despite the severity of the charges, Gary was released on $14,000 bond with GPS monitoring and house arrest, a decision prosecutors are actively appealing.
• The FCC immediately terminated Gary’s employment after his June 1 arrest, following incidents that occurred on May 30 near Alexandria Metro stations.
• Alexandria Commonwealth’s Attorney strongly opposed Gary’s release on bail, highlighting the serious nature of the alleged crimes.
• Gary’s connections to prominent Democratic senators raise questions about the influence of political ties in the judicial process.

Democratic Staffer’s Alleged Metro Station Assaults

Jeffrey Gary, a 35-year-old Georgetown Law graduate with extensive connections to Democratic politics, now faces serious criminal charges after allegedly targeting women at Alexandria Metro stations. Gary is accused of abducting and sexually assaulting two women on the evening of May 30, 2025, near Metro entrances in Alexandria. One victim was attacked near the Braddock Metro Station but managed to escape and alert authorities by calling 911, triggering a swift law enforcement response that led to Gary’s arrest.

“The Alexandria Police Department (APD), in collaboration with the Metro Transit Police Department (MTPD), has arrested 35-year-old Jeffrey Gary, a resident of Fairfax County, in connection with assaulting a woman on Friday evening near the Braddock Metro Station,” officials stated.

Political Connections and Professional Background

Gary’s professional history reveals deep ties to Democratic political circles. Before joining the FCC, he worked for Democratic Senators Maria Cantwell of Washington and Ron Wyden of Oregon. His government experience culminated in his position as assistant division chief at the FCC, a role he held until his employment was terminated following his arrest on June 1. The FCC acted decisively upon learning of the allegations, issuing a statement confirming his dismissal.

“Upon hearing of this disturbing incident we took immediate action against this employee. His employment with the agency has been terminated,” the FCC stated.

In addition to his government roles, Gary had established his own consulting firm, “Gary Consulting,” leveraging his political connections and legal background. Daily Caller reported that attempts to reach Senators Cantwell and Wyden’s offices for comment on their former staffer were unsuccessful, raising questions about their willingness to address the serious allegations against someone who once represented their offices.

Controversial Release Despite Prosecutor Objections

Despite the serious nature of the charges—assault and battery, sexual battery, and two counts of abduction with force—Gary was released from custody on June 13 after posting four bonds totaling $14,000. This decision came over the strenuous objections of prosecutors, who deemed him a threat to public safety. The bail conditions include house arrest, GPS monitoring via an ankle bracelet, mandatory substance abuse and mental health evaluations, and orders to stay away from the Braddock Road and Potomac Yard Metro stations.

“The Commonwealth disagrees with the bail decision and is appealing the matter to the Court of Appeals,” said Bryan Porter, Alexandria Commonwealth’s Attorney.

Alexandria Commonwealth’s Attorney Bryan Porter has made his opposition to Gary’s release crystal clear, taking the unusual step of publicly announcing an appeal of the bail decision. While acknowledging the presumption of innocence, Porter’s actions underscore the gravity with which prosecutors view these allegations and their concern about a potentially dangerous individual being released into the community with only electronic monitoring as a safeguard.

Legal Process Moving Forward

Gary is scheduled to appear in court on July 7, represented by a public defender. The case has raised concerns about the judicial system’s handling of serious violent crime allegations, particularly when the accused has connections to powerful political figures. The court’s decision to grant bail despite the nature of the charges—forcible abduction and sexual battery—has sparked outrage among victim advocates who question whether similar consideration would be extended to defendants without Gary’s educational background and political connections.

“We do not agree with the court’s ruling on bail and are appealing it to the Court of Appeals. While the defendant is presumed innocent and a charge is not proof of guilt, we are limited in what we can publicly say while the case is ongoing,” said Alexandria Commonwealth’s Attorney Bryan Porter.

The prosecution’s vigorous opposition to Gary’s release reflects the seriousness with which law enforcement views these allegations. The coordinated effort between Alexandria Police and Metro Transit Police that led to Gary’s arrest involved extensive surveillance and collaboration with regional law enforcement agencies, demonstrating the resources dedicated to apprehending the suspect and building a case against him.