Missouri Delegate Withdraws from DNC After Arrest at Ferguson Protest

— A Missouri delegate has withdrawn from the Democratic National Convention following his arrest during a protest that resulted in a police officer being critically injured. Keith Rose, an uncommitted alternate delegate and member of the Civilian Oversight Board for the St. Louis Police Department, faces felony charges for allegedly damaging property outside the Ferguson Police Department. The protest marked the 10th anniversary of Michael Brown's death, during which a violent altercation left Officer Travis Brown in critical condition after being charged by a suspect. The Missouri Democratic Party announced Rose's voluntary withdrawal, condemning the violence that led to Officer Brown's injuries. The party stated that due to the charges against Rose, he could no longer be viewed as neutral regarding police oversight. Rose, who has been an advocate for police reform, is free on a $500 bond and has expressed confidence that the charges will be dropped. Body camera footage released by police shows the moment Officer Brown was knocked to the ground by 28-year-old Elijah Gantt, who has also been charged in connection with the incident. The footage has drawn significant attention, with many community members expressing outrage over the violence that erupted during the protest. Officer Brown, a father of two, is currently fighting for his life, surrounded by family. The Ferguson Police Department has undergone significant changes since 2014, with a notable increase in Black officers. The community remains divided over the ongoing issues of police conduct and racial tensions, as highlighted by the recent events surrounding the anniversary of Michael Brown's death.