Trump Administration to Drop Charges Against David Hearn in Reflecting Pool Case
US Attorney Jeanine Pirro cites flawed contractor installation as cause of damage, leading to dismissal of vandalism charges against former Olympian David Hearn.
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US Attorney Jeanine Pirro cites flawed contractor installation as cause of damage, leading to dismissal of vandalism charges against former Olympian David Hearn.
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New evidence shows the damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was caused by a botched installation, not vandalism, leading to dismissal of charges against David “Davey” Hearn.
NBC Politics | Jul 31, 2026, 11:20 PM
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The Justice Department acknowledges Reflecting Pool damage stemmed from contractor errors, leading to dismissal of charges against the athlete.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 31, 2026, 10:22 PM
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President Donald Trump held private meetings with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House on July 28, 2026, before the leaders attended the funeral of late Senator Lindsey Graham.
NBC Politics | Jul 29, 2026, 12:08 AM
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David Hearn, a three-time Olympic canoeist, denies felony charges related to damage at the National Mall’s reflecting pool following a $14.7 million renovation.
Guardian US | Jul 9, 2026, 5:04 PM
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Charges against former Olympian David Hearn for damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool were dismissed after new evidence pointed to contractor errors and rushed project completion.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 31, 2026, 11:18 PM
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Federal prosecutors move to dismiss charges after new evidence reveals Reflecting Pool damage was due to flawed installation, not vandalism.
NPR News | Jul 31, 2026, 11:02 PM
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Whistleblower complaint claims Trump allies mismanaged Kennedy Center projects, approving unnecessary work and bypassing procedures.
Al Jazeera | Jul 12, 2026, 2:23 AM
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Whistleblower complaint claims Trump allies mismanaged Kennedy Center projects, approving unnecessary work and bypassing procedures.
Al Jazeera | Jul 12, 2026, 12:55 AM
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David Hearn, a 67-year-old former Olympic canoeist from Maryland, denies charges of damaging the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool after being arrested last month.
Guardian US | Jul 9, 2026, 3:37 PM
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Three-time Olympian David Hearn was indicted for allegedly damaging the Reflecting Pool near the Washington Monument but denies the charges.
CBS Politics | Jul 9, 2026, 2:44 PM
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President Trump and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum address vandalism at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and celebrate algae removal using advanced technology.
Fox News Latest | Jul 5, 2026, 8:30 PM
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David Hearn faces felony charges for damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, with potential prison time of up to 10 years amid disputed claims.
Al Jazeera | Jul 2, 2026, 8:52 PM
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Defense attorneys for Luigi Mangione argue that limiting media access to his upcoming state murder trial infringes on his constitutional right to a public trial.
Fox News Latest | Jul 31, 2026, 10:03 PM
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Attorneys for Luigi Mangione argue that limiting media access to his state murder trial infringes on his constitutional right to a public trial and raises concerns over selective press coverage.
Fox News Latest | Jul 31, 2026, 9:51 PM
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A judge approved Kohberger's request for a new lawyer as he pursues a new trial in the 2022 University of Idaho murders case.
Fox News Latest | Jul 31, 2026, 5:47 PM
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Jerome Jonathon Jordan and Charlene Rea O'Connell face charges after failing to seek emergency care for their 2-year-old daughter who ingested kratom pills and died.
Fox News Latest | Jul 30, 2026, 10:48 PM
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A new CNN poll reveals widespread public dissatisfaction with Donald Trump’s leadership less than 100 days before the 2026 midterm elections.
Guardian US | Jul 30, 2026, 5:18 PM
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Myra Crosby, dismissed juror known as the 'egg juror,' filed a FOIA request to unseal records on the investigation of former court clerk Becky Hill's alleged jury interference.
Fox News Latest | Jul 30, 2026, 3:50 PM
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A conservative advocacy group claims legal settlements have driven diversity, equity, and inclusion policies in corporations, urging states to legislate against such practices.
Daily Caller | Jul 29, 2026, 11:12 PM
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Prosecutors argue there is clear probable cause for trial in the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 29, 2026, 8:17 PM
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The renovation project aims to replace the airport’s people movers with a new underground system connecting terminals.
The Hill | Jul 29, 2026, 6:27 PM
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Senator Lindsey Graham, a prominent US politician and military veteran, was honoured in memorial services at the US Capitol and Washington National Cathedral, attended by lawmakers and global leaders.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 28, 2026, 7:53 PM
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Key news from across the United States on July 27, 2026, including a deadly shooting in Seattle, a trial of a mother accused of strangling her children, and insights from Fauci's private diary.
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