FILE – Providence, R.I. police officer Jeann Lugo stands during a court appearance on July 8, 2022, in Providence R.I. Lugo, who was charged with punching a political rival at an abortion rights rally, was acquitted Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022, of a misdemeanor simple assault charge by a judge who determined that his actions were justified because he was trying to maintain public order. (David DelPoio/Providence Journal via AP, Pool, File)