Interior Secretary Doug Burgum stated that he believes vandals caused damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. This statement comes after the Justice Department dismissed its felony destruction-of-property charge against former Olympian David Hearn, citing new evidence that indicated faulty construction may have contributed to the damage.
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Burgum Responds to DOJ Dismissal of Reflecting Pool Vandalism Case
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum has reiterated his stance that vandalism was responsible for damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. His comments followed the Justice Department's dismissal of charges against David Hearn, which was based on new evidence suggesting construction issues may have played a role.
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