Ex-Olympian charged with damaging Reflecting Pool gets Sept. 28 trial date
Summary
David Hearn, a former Olympic canoeist, is set for a trial on September 28 in Washington, D.C., after being charged with damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The pool has undergone a costly and problematic renovation project supported by President Donald Trump.Key Facts
- David Hearn has been indicted on a felony charge for allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
- The trial date is set for September 28, 2026, by Judge Todd Edelman.
- Hearn pleaded not guilty and his lawyers want the case dismissed, citing poor preservation of evidence.
- Three others face misdemeanor charges related to the Reflecting Pool for removing paint.
- The damage charge involves at least $1,000 worth of harm, with up to 10 years in prison possible if convicted.
- The Reflecting Pool renovation, led by President Trump for the country's 250th independence anniversary, has cost over $16 million, much higher than the initial $1.5 million estimate.
- Critics say the renovation problems result from bad repair work, while Trump says vandals are responsible.
- Supporters of Hearn argue this prosecution is politically motivated to shift blame from the administration.
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