Witness in Reflecting Pool Case Said It Was Already Damaged: Lawyer
Summary
A lawyer for David Hearn said that the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was already damaged before Hearn allegedly caused any harm. The government's only witness admitted that the pool needed repairs even without Hearn’s actions.Key Facts
- The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool had problems like algae growth, leaks, and a worn liner.
- These issues existed before David Hearn was accused of causing damage.
- The pool underwent a repair project ordered by President Donald Trump.
- A government witness told a grand jury that the pool was already decayed and repairs were needed regardless of Hearn.
- Repairs were estimated to cost between $6,000 and $15,000 before Hearn’s alleged involvement.
- The government witness could not say how much extra damage Hearn might have caused.
- Hearn faces a felony charge that requires proving at least $1,000 in damage.
- Hearn’s lawyers use the witness’s testimony to challenge the charge against him.
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