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Trump administration drops Reflecting Pool vandalism charge and admits 'botched' repairs

Trump administration drops Reflecting Pool vandalism charge and admits 'botched' repairs

President Donald Trump had blamed "sick" vandals, and a former Olympian had been charged, but prosecutors now say contractors caused the damage.

August 1, 2026 at 12:20 AM Original source
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Notable Quotes

"I didn't destroy, rip, tear, peel, or remove any part of the paint in the pool."

— David Hearn , Athlete

"The case should have never been brought."

— David Hearn , Athlete

Key People

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David HearnAthlete

David 'Davey' Hearn is a former US Olympian and champion canoeist.

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Donald TrumpPoliticianRight

Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.

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Jeanine PirroPoliticianRight

Jeanine Pirro is the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia.

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Washington DC, United States

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Trump administration drops Reflecting Pool vandalism charge and admits 'botched' repairs
BBC Newsvia rss 2 quotes 1 person

President Donald Trump had blamed "sick" vandals, and a former Olympian had been charged, but prosecutors now say contractors caused the damage.

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