The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on July 31, 2026, that it will discontinue its criminal prosecution of a former Olympian accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The DOJ stated that the damage was attributed to a 'rushed and botched installation' rather than the actions of the individual. U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro's office indicated that the contractor was responsible for issues such as overspraying and delamination, as detailed in a recent court filing.
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DOJ to Drop Criminal Case Related to Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
The DOJ has decided to drop the criminal case against a former Olympian accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, citing that the damage stemmed from a flawed installation process. The U.S. Attorney's office pointed to contractor errors as the cause of the issues.
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