Published July 9, 2026 at 9:42 AM ET · Updated July 9, 2026 at 12:12 PM ET
Former Olympian David Hearn pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool vandalism case
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Former Olympic canoe racer David Hearn pleaded not guilty to charges of damaging the Reflecting Pool in Washington. The charges relate to alleged vandalism during a period tied to Trump's renovation of the site.
Patriot Watch first flagged this story 3 hr ago, when ABC News reported it. Coverage has since grown to 7 independent outlets, including 6 wire/mainstream feeds. The most recent report came 33 min ago from CBS News. Verification tier: Confirmed — reported independently by wire/mainstream and conservative outlets.
