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US Olympian David Hearn pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool vandalism case
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Legal Insurrection
· Jul 3, 2026
Former Olympic Athlete Indicted for Allegedly Vandalizing Reflecting Pool
David Hearn faces a charge of felony destruction of property and could receive 10 years in prison. The post Former Olympic Athlete Indicted for Allegedly Vandalizing Reflecting Pool first appeared on Le·gal In·sur·rec·tion.
Washington Examiner
· Jul 9, 2026
Former Olympian David Hearn pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool vandalism case
Former Olympic canoe racer David Hearn appeared for his arraignment and pleaded not guilty Thursday to deliberately damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in an incident that President Donald Trump said was vandalism. Hearn, 67, was indicted by a grand jury last week on a single count of property destruction in Washington, D.C., after touching []
Foreign Policy Journal
· Jul 10, 2026
Former U.S. Olympic Canoeist David Hearn Pleads Not Guilty To Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Vandalism
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn entered a not guilty plea Thursday in D.C. Superior Court on charges related to alleged damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Federal prosecutors charged Hearn with a single count of destruction of property causing more than 1,000 in damage to the historic pool. Hearn has maintained since the [] The post Former U.S. Olympic Canoeist David Hearn Pleads Not Guilty To Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Vandalism appeared first on Foreign Policy Journal.
CNN
· Jul 9, 2026
Former Olympic canoeist pleads not guilty to Reflecting Pool damage
Former Olympic canoeist David Hearn pleaded not guilty to damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. He was indicted on one count of destruction of property exceeding $1,000. Hearn's supporters and his lawyer argue he's being used as a scapegoat for the pool's longstanding problems. CNN's Katelyn Polantz reports.
Drudge Retort
· Jul 3, 2026
Olympian Indicted for Alleged Vandalism of Reflecting Pool
Olympian David Hearn, who faces a felony charge, has denied doing any damage to the pool. Hearn has publicly stated that he had heard about the problems with the iconic DC reflecting pool and went by to check it out while on a 50-mile bike ride. He said he saw stuff floating in the pool and touched it but did not rip or damage anything.
USA TODAY
· Jul 10, 2026
Ex-Olympian David Hearn pleads 'not guilty' to Reflecting Pool damage charge
Former Olympic canoeist David Hearn pled not guilty to felony charges for touching the Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C. Read more: Sign up for our newsletter for the day's top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/
The Independent
· Jul 9, 2026
Olympian accused of tearing piece of Trump’s reflecting pool maintains innocence in first appearance before a judge
David Hearn pleads not guilty to a felony count of destruction of property
We The Media
· Jul 2, 2026
[Photo] JUST IN - Former Olympic canoeist David Hearn has been indicted by a Washington, D.C.
JUST IN - Former Olympic canoeist David Hearn has been indicted by a Washington, D.C. grand jury after an incident last month at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The indictment alleges he “maliciously did injure, break and destroy” the pool’s lining material.He faces a felony charge of destruction of property over 1,000, which carries a potential sentence of up to 10 years in prison if convicted.
Fox News
· Jul 2, 2026
Former US Olympian David Hearn indicted in alleged Reflecting Pool vandalism
Former U.S. Olympian David Hearn was indicted after allegedly vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, though he claims he only touched the blue liner.
MS NOW
· Jun 23, 2026
Ex-Olympian tells MS NOW about being handcuffed at Reflecting Pool
David Hearn was detained on a misdemeanor after touching the water, which has seen an algae bloom and peeling paint despite Trump’s 14 million renovation. The post Ex-Olympian tells MS NOW about being handcuffed at Reflecting Pool appeared first on MS NOW.
PBS NewsHour
· Jul 9, 2026
Former Olympic canoe racer pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool damage case
David Hearn, who competed in three Summer Olympics, entered the plea on Thursday in D.C. Superior Court.
The Daily Wire
· Jul 2, 2026
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Case Just Took A Turn For An Ex-Olympian
A grand jury on Thursday indicted three-time U.S. Olympian David Hearn, alleging he ripped a piece of sealant from the bottom of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool with his bare hands, federal prosecutors said. Hearn, 67, faces a single felony count for destruction of property following his arrest last month in the nation’s capital, according ...
Fortune
· Jul 9, 2026
Three-time Olympic canoeist pleads not guilty to touching water in Reflecting Pool vandalism charge
David Hearn said he was simply checking the current conditions.
Off The Press
· Jul 2, 2026
Former Olympic canoeist indicted by a grand jury after arrest at the Reflecting Pool
David Hearn, a former Olympic canoeist, has been indicted by a grand jury in Washington, DC, Superior Court, after being arrested last month when he reached into the Reflecting Pool, a source familiar with the charges told CNN. The exact charges are not yet available. An attorney representing Hearn said he wasn’t aware yet of []...Click to read more
Daily Express
· Jul 3, 2026
US Olympian David Hearn indicted on vandalism charges at Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
Olympic canoeist David Hearn has been indicted amid claims made by the US President that the pool had been the target of vandals
The Hill
· Jul 2, 2026
Ex-Olympic canoer arrested at Reflecting Pool indicted by DC grand jury
A Washington, D.C., grand jury returned a felony indictment against former Olympian David Hearn in connection with damage found at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro announced on Thursday. Hearn, 67, was indicted on the count of felony destruction of property and faces 10 years in prison....
Reuters
· Jul 3, 2026
US Olympian indicted over alleged Reflecting Pool vandalism
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn has been indicted on a charge of felony destruction of property for allegedly vandalizing the newly renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, court records showed on July 2. #USA #Olympian #indicted #ReflectingPool #vandalism
Knewz
· Jun 22, 2026
Ex-Olympian arrested at Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool hours before Donald Trump claims site was vandalized
A decorated 3-time Olympic champion, David Hearn, found himself at the center of a shocking controversy after U.S. Park Police arrested him for allegedly vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The iconic landmark is still under intense public scrutiny following a lavish 13 million refurbishment project that has already sparked nationwide debate. Despite efforts, the...
NPR News
· Jul 9, 2026
Former Olympian pleads not guilty in reflecting pool vandalism charge
Canoeist David Hearn plead not guilty in D.C. Superior Court Thursday to a charge of destruction of property causing more than 1,000 in damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
Le Monde
· Jul 3, 2026
Former Olympic canoeist indicted on felony charge over alleged Reflecting Pool vandalism
David Hearn, a former Olympic canoe racer, was indicted on a single count of property destruction in a Washington, DC. He said he reached into the pool on June 19 to examine the newly peeled coating and briefly touched a chunk that had become partially detached.
OpsLens
· Jul 2, 2026
‘It’s a lie’: Former Olympian indicted on charge of damaging Reflecting Pool * WorldNetDaily * by Bob Unruh
Source link A former U.S. Olympic team member, canoeist David “Davey” Hearn, has been indicted on a felony charge of damaging federal property after he admitted he stopped at the
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Hindustan Times
· Jul 3, 2026
David Hearn update: Ex- Olympian faces felony charge over Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool vandalism
If convicted, David Hearn could face up to 10 years in prison on a destruction of property charge involving more than 1,000 in alleged damage.
Independent Journal Review
· Jun 23, 2026
Attorney for Former U.S. Olympian in Refecting Pool Case: Touching Water Not a Crime
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NBC News
· Jul 2, 2026
U.S. Olympic canoeist David ‘Davey’ Hearn charged in Reflecting Pool vandalism
U.S. Olympic canoeist David “Davey” Hearn was indicted Thursday on a single count of destruction of property after he was accused of causing more than 1,000 worth of damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
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teleSUR English
· Jul 9, 2026
David Hearn Pleads Not Guilty to Vandalizing Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
U.S. citizens gathered outside the courthouse, chanting slogans in support of the former pole vaulter. On Thursday, former U.S. Olympic pole vaulter David Hearn pleaded not guilty to vandalizing the Reflecting Pool in front of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, which was recently restored by U.S. President Donald Trump. RELATED: U.S. Airstrikes Reach Vicinity of []
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Associated Press
· Jul 9, 2026
LIVE: Outside court as David Hearn pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool damage case
Watch live outside D.C. Superior Court as former Olympic canoe racer pleaded not guilty to deliberately damaging the recently renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, a politically charged case that his defense attorneys and other Trump administration critics have derided as an abuse of prosecutorial power.
Talking Points Memo
· Jul 3, 2026
Former Olympian Charged with One Count of Felony Vandalism In Reflecting Pool Saga
The Reflecting Pool Saga Gets Uglier Federal prosecutors have obtained a one-count felony destruction of property indictment against David Hearn,...
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The Daily Beast
· Jun 22, 2026
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Daniel Heuer / REUTERSThe American Olympian whom federal authorities arrested for alleged vandalism of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has blasted the Trump administration while talking about his experience over the incident.David Hearn told the Daily Mail in a phone call that the accusations levied against him regarding destruction of the Reflecting Pool are “completely unfounded.”Hearn, 67, is a three-time Olympian slalom canoeist who competed in the 1992, 1996, and 2000 Summer Olympics.Read more at The Daily Beast.
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Legal Insurrection
· Jul 3, 2026
Former Olympic Athlete Indicted for Allegedly Vandalizing Reflecting Pool
David Hearn faces a charge of felony destruction of property and could receive 10 years in prison. The post Former Olympic Athlete Indicted for Allegedly Vandalizing Reflecting Pool first appeared on Le·gal In·sur·rec·tion.
Washington Examiner
· Jul 9, 2026
Former Olympian David Hearn pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool vandalism case
Former Olympic canoe racer David Hearn appeared for his arraignment and pleaded not guilty Thursday to deliberately damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in an incident that President Donald Trump said was vandalism. Hearn, 67, was indicted by a grand jury last week on a single count of property destruction in Washington, D.C., after touching []
Foreign Policy Journal
· Jul 10, 2026
Former U.S. Olympic Canoeist David Hearn Pleads Not Guilty To Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Vandalism
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn entered a not guilty plea Thursday in D.C. Superior Court on charges related to alleged damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Federal prosecutors charged Hearn with a single count of destruction of property causing more than 1,000 in damage to the historic pool. Hearn has maintained since the [] The post Former U.S. Olympic Canoeist David Hearn Pleads Not Guilty To Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Vandalism appeared first on Foreign Policy Journal.
CNN
· Jul 9, 2026
Former Olympic canoeist pleads not guilty to Reflecting Pool damage
Former Olympic canoeist David Hearn pleaded not guilty to damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. He was indicted on one count of destruction of property exceeding $1,000. Hearn's supporters and his lawyer argue he's being used as a scapegoat for the pool's longstanding problems. CNN's Katelyn Polantz reports.
Drudge Retort
· Jul 3, 2026
Olympian Indicted for Alleged Vandalism of Reflecting Pool
Olympian David Hearn, who faces a felony charge, has denied doing any damage to the pool. Hearn has publicly stated that he had heard about the problems with the iconic DC reflecting pool and went by to check it out while on a 50-mile bike ride. He said he saw stuff floating in the pool and touched it but did not rip or damage anything.
USA TODAY
· Jul 10, 2026
Ex-Olympian David Hearn pleads 'not guilty' to Reflecting Pool damage charge
Former Olympic canoeist David Hearn pled not guilty to felony charges for touching the Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C. Read more: Sign up for our newsletter for the day's top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/
The Independent
· Jul 9, 2026
Olympian accused of tearing piece of Trump’s reflecting pool maintains innocence in first appearance before a judge
David Hearn pleads not guilty to a felony count of destruction of property
We The Media
· Jul 2, 2026
[Photo] JUST IN - Former Olympic canoeist David Hearn has been indicted by a Washington, D.C.
JUST IN - Former Olympic canoeist David Hearn has been indicted by a Washington, D.C. grand jury after an incident last month at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The indictment alleges he “maliciously did injure, break and destroy” the pool’s lining material.He faces a felony charge of destruction of property over 1,000, which carries a potential sentence of up to 10 years in prison if convicted.
Fox News
· Jul 2, 2026
Former US Olympian David Hearn indicted in alleged Reflecting Pool vandalism
Former U.S. Olympian David Hearn was indicted after allegedly vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, though he claims he only touched the blue liner.
MS NOW
· Jun 23, 2026
Ex-Olympian tells MS NOW about being handcuffed at Reflecting Pool
David Hearn was detained on a misdemeanor after touching the water, which has seen an algae bloom and peeling paint despite Trump’s 14 million renovation. The post Ex-Olympian tells MS NOW about being handcuffed at Reflecting Pool appeared first on MS NOW.
PBS NewsHour
· Jul 9, 2026
Former Olympic canoe racer pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool damage case
David Hearn, who competed in three Summer Olympics, entered the plea on Thursday in D.C. Superior Court.
The Daily Wire
· Jul 2, 2026
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Case Just Took A Turn For An Ex-Olympian
A grand jury on Thursday indicted three-time U.S. Olympian David Hearn, alleging he ripped a piece of sealant from the bottom of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool with his bare hands, federal prosecutors said. Hearn, 67, faces a single felony count for destruction of property following his arrest last month in the nation’s capital, according ...
Fortune
· Jul 9, 2026
Three-time Olympic canoeist pleads not guilty to touching water in Reflecting Pool vandalism charge
David Hearn said he was simply checking the current conditions.
Off The Press
· Jul 2, 2026
Former Olympic canoeist indicted by a grand jury after arrest at the Reflecting Pool
David Hearn, a former Olympic canoeist, has been indicted by a grand jury in Washington, DC, Superior Court, after being arrested last month when he reached into the Reflecting Pool, a source familiar with the charges told CNN. The exact charges are not yet available. An attorney representing Hearn said he wasn’t aware yet of []...Click to read more
Daily Express
· Jul 3, 2026
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Olympic canoeist David Hearn has been indicted amid claims made by the US President that the pool had been the target of vandals
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Reuters
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US Olympian indicted over alleged Reflecting Pool vandalism
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn has been indicted on a charge of felony destruction of property for allegedly vandalizing the newly renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, court records showed on July 2. #USA #Olympian #indicted #ReflectingPool #vandalism
Knewz
· Jun 22, 2026
Ex-Olympian arrested at Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool hours before Donald Trump claims site was vandalized
A decorated 3-time Olympic champion, David Hearn, found himself at the center of a shocking controversy after U.S. Park Police arrested him for allegedly vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The iconic landmark is still under intense public scrutiny following a lavish 13 million refurbishment project that has already sparked nationwide debate. Despite efforts, the...
NPR News
· Jul 9, 2026
Former Olympian pleads not guilty in reflecting pool vandalism charge
Canoeist David Hearn plead not guilty in D.C. Superior Court Thursday to a charge of destruction of property causing more than 1,000 in damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
Le Monde
· Jul 3, 2026
Former Olympic canoeist indicted on felony charge over alleged Reflecting Pool vandalism
David Hearn, a former Olympic canoe racer, was indicted on a single count of property destruction in a Washington, DC. He said he reached into the pool on June 19 to examine the newly peeled coating and briefly touched a chunk that had become partially detached.
OpsLens
· Jul 2, 2026
‘It’s a lie’: Former Olympian indicted on charge of damaging Reflecting Pool * WorldNetDaily * by Bob Unruh
Source link A former U.S. Olympic team member, canoeist David “Davey” Hearn, has been indicted on a felony charge of damaging federal property after he admitted he stopped at the
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U.S. Olympic canoeist David ‘Davey’ Hearn charged in Reflecting Pool vandalism
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David Hearn Pleads Not Guilty to Vandalizing Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
U.S. citizens gathered outside the courthouse, chanting slogans in support of the former pole vaulter. On Thursday, former U.S. Olympic pole vaulter David Hearn pleaded not guilty to vandalizing the Reflecting Pool in front of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, which was recently restored by U.S. President Donald Trump. RELATED: U.S. Airstrikes Reach Vicinity of []
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· Jul 9, 2026
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Watch live outside D.C. Superior Court as former Olympic canoe racer pleaded not guilty to deliberately damaging the recently renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, a politically charged case that his defense attorneys and other Trump administration critics have derided as an abuse of prosecutorial power.
Talking Points Memo
· Jul 3, 2026
Former Olympian Charged with One Count of Felony Vandalism In Reflecting Pool Saga
The Reflecting Pool Saga Gets Uglier Federal prosecutors have obtained a one-count felony destruction of property indictment against David Hearn,...
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This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed into law a change to criminal sentencing practices that gives judges more discretion to decide whether someone accused of a crime merits a mental health diversion. The bill overwhelmingly passed both chambers of the Legislature this year. Beginning []
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The Daily Beast
· Jun 22, 2026
Olympian in Trouble Over Trump’s Green Slime Mess Speaks Out
Daniel Heuer / REUTERSThe American Olympian whom federal authorities arrested for alleged vandalism of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has blasted the Trump administration while talking about his experience over the incident.David Hearn told the Daily Mail in a phone call that the accusations levied against him regarding destruction of the Reflecting Pool are “completely unfounded.”Hearn, 67, is a three-time Olympian slalom canoeist who competed in the 1992, 1996, and 2000 Summer Olympics.Read more at The Daily Beast.
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