Chaos Erupts at Charles Town Commission Meeting Over Zoom
JCC April meetings ‘Zoombombed’ with pornography, profanity; County will likely restrict remote public comments
The Spirit of Jefferson | Monday, April 21, 2025
During a Jefferson County Commission meeting in Charles Town, live-streamed attendees caused chaos by introducing pornographic images and loud, inappropriate audio, including profanity and alarming sound effects. This disruption occurred right after public comments commenced, leading officials to consider restricting remote public participation to prevent future incidents. The incident highlights vulnerabilities in online systems utilized for local governance.
