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Former Olympic canoe racer David Hearn, 67, faces felony charges for allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool—part of a controversial $16M renovation originally budgeted at $1.5M. Charged with causing over $1K in damage (potentially up to 10 years in prison), Hearn claims he was merely inspecting the pool’s coating when detained by National Guard and Park Police. His legal team argues the government mishandled evidence, especially after the pool was drained again, erasing potential proof of his innocence. They’re pushing for dismissal, alleging the prosecution is politically motivated to deflect blame from the botched project—backed by President Trump’s push for the renovation ahead of the 250th Independence Day. Hearn, a three-time Olympian, insists his actions were innocent, and the case has ignited debate over accountability, cost overruns, and justice.

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