# Commissioner Draws Gun at Meeting

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Podcast: [Charleston News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/charleston-news-today-2-min-the-daily-news-now-7463313)
Published: 2026-06-24T09:13:39+00:00
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A Berkeley County Planning Commission meeting erupted into chaos when Commissioner James Sineath was caught on video appearing to draw a handgun during a heated argument with an audience member. Fellow commissioner Amber Campbell-Moore reported feeling unsafe and claimed she saw him rack the weapon. Sineath defended his actions, saying he’s a special deputy who carries a firearm for protection amid past threats at meetings, insisting he only lifted his shirt to access it—not pull it. The incident occurred during a tense discussion over a major housing rezoning proposal, and while Chairwoman Lisa Kerns asked the disruptor to leave, the confrontation continued. Campbell-Moore demanded he step back, expressing clear discomfort, while other commissioners reportedly did nothing to intervene. Sineath blamed the situation on Campbell-Moore’s inexperience, suggesting she overreacted because she didn’t know he was armed. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/12166d4c3062a9fc

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