David Hearn's attorneys want Reflecting Pool case permanently dismissed
Summary
David Hearn, a former Olympic athlete, faces charges for damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. His lawyers have asked the court to permanently dismiss the case, saying new information shows the damage was caused by bad construction, not vandalism.Key Facts
- David Hearn is charged with felony destruction of property related to the Reflecting Pool.
- The Justice Department says damage was due to poor installation by the contractor, not Hearn.
- Hearn’s lawyers want the case dismissed with prejudice, meaning he cannot be charged again for this.
- The U.S. Attorney’s Office in D.C. previously asked to dismiss the case without prejudice, allowing possible future charges.
- Hearn pleaded not guilty to the charges last month.
- Lawyers argue the indictment was rushed due to political pressure, including comments from President Donald Trump.
- President Trump criticized the U.S. Attorney’s decision to drop the case, claiming it was a mistake.
- If the permanent dismissal is denied, Hearn’s lawyers want the court to review the grand jury evidence before any further action.
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