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Ripple effects: Three people have Reflecting Pool charges dropped after Hearn request

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Federal prosecutors have moved to drop charges against David Hearn and three other individuals connected to Reflecting Pool damage, determining it resulted from a bungled installation rather than deliberate vandalism. NPR reports the decision could have ramifications for other defendants facing similar charges.

Source: https://www.npr.org/2026/08/03/nx-s1-5918001/reflecting-p...

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