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October 1, 2026
Judge Permanently Dismisses Vandalism Charges Against David Hearn Amid Political Pressure
- D.C. Superior Court Judge Todd Edelman permanently dismissed the vandalism charges against David Hearn, preventing any future prosecution.
- The judge criticized the political pressure from President Trump, who publicly urged prosecutors to revive the case despite its meritless nature.
- Hearn's attorneys hailed the ruling as a victory for justice, stating the case should never have been pursued.
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- Judge bars Jeanine Pirro’s office from bringing Reflecting Pool case after Trump commentsOct 1, 2026 at 2:43 PM · NBC
- Trump DOJ can’t go after ex-Olympian again for Reflecting Pool ‘vandalism,’ judge rulesOct 1, 2026 at 3:06 PM · Independent
- Juez desestima caso contra acusado de vandalizar estanque reflectante de WashingtonOct 1, 2026 at 3:28 PM · AP
- Judge says U.S. can’t prosecute ex-Olympian again in Reflecting Pool caseOct 1, 2026 at 3:28 PM · Washington Post
- Judge dismisses Reflecting Pool case against former Olympian with prejudiceOct 1, 2026 at 3:44 PM · The Hill
- Judge ends case against Olympian accused of Reflecting Pool vandalismOct 1, 2026 at 4:42 PM · BBC
- A judge permanently dismisses former Olympian's Reflecting Pool chargesOct 1, 2026 at 6:22 PM · NPR