Prosecutors moved to dismiss the Reflecting Pool case against David Hearn, citing a contractor’s botched installation.
WHO:White House and the U.S. Department of Justice
WHAT:Federal prosecutors sought dismissal of the Reflecting Pool case against David Hearn, saying damage was caused by a botched contractor installation rather than vandalism.
WHEN:Reported Aug 11, 2026 at 6:54 PM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:Cause not yet established.
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