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Hearn’s Charge Dropped, But Not Forgotten | Lafayette Louisiana News
Olympic canoeist David Hearn’s felony vandalism charge against Washington, D.C.’s Reflecting Pool has been dropped — but the legal drama isn’t over. The U.S. Attorney’s office cited contractor and Interior Department issues, while President Trump blamed “vandals” and criticized the prosecutor for backing down. Though both sides agree the case should be dismissed, they disagree on whether it should be a permanent dismissal: Hearn wants it closed for good, prosecutors want to keep the door open. A judge nominated by Obama will decide at a hearing next month whether the dismissal is with…
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