David Hearn, a three-time Olympian slalom canoeist, has denied allegations of vandalism concerning the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Hearn was arrested on June 20, 2026, after an incident involving National Park Service workers at the site. He stated that the accusations against him are 'completely unfounded' and described his experience as 'scary.' Hearn acknowledged that he may have touched a loose flap of coating but insisted he did not cause any damage. He criticized the Trump administration, claiming that the incident was exaggerated to create a news story. Hearn was held in detention for five hours before being charged with destroying federal property. A White House spokesperson responded to Hearn's comments, labeling them as disparaging towards law enforcement. Hearn is scheduled to appear in court on July 9, 2026.
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David Hearn Denies Vandalism Charges Related to Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
David Hearn, a former Olympian, has denied vandalism charges related to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, stating the accusations are unfounded. He criticized the Trump administration's handling of the incident and described his arrest as frightening. Hearn is set to appear in court on July 9, 2026.
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