Witness says Lincoln Memorial pool was damaged before alleged vandalism

The Guardian reports that a witness testified the Lincoln Memorial's reflecting pool liner was already damaged before former Olympic canoeist Davey Hearn's alleged vandalism. The testimony suggests the damage would have required repairs regardless of his actions—potentially undermining the felony charge against him. His lawyers are requesting access to all grand jury testimony that led to his indictment, citing irregularities in those proceedings.

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