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Judge Dismisses Charges Against Olympian, Citing Trump Pressure

A judge permanently dismissed vandalism charges against former Olympian David Hearn, ruling political pressure from President Trump necessitated closure. Prosecutors admitted botched installation, not vandalism, caused Reflecting Pool damage. The ruling prevents refiling, delivering a victory for the rule of law.