Trump denounces Justice Department decision to drop Reflecting Pool charges
The US Justice Department dropped charges against David Hearn for damaging the Reflecting Pool. The decision was made after finding that the damage was caused by a 'botched' installation, not vandalism. The charges were dropped on Friday.
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The US Justice Department dropped charges against David Hearn. He was accused of damaging the Reflecting Pool. The department found that the damage was caused by a mistake in the installation, not by Hearn.
Why it matters
This decision is important because it shows how the Justice Department makes its decisions. It also shows how some people think the department is being used for political reasons.
- Who was accused of damaging the Reflecting Pool?
- David Hearn, a former Olympian.
- Why were charges dropped against Hearn?
- Because the damage was caused by a mistake in the installation, not by Hearn.
- What is the Reflecting Pool?
- A large pool of water in front of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.
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The Justice Department's decision to drop charges was based on new evidence.
Sources1TypeAngleAl Jazeerafound damage was caused by 'botched' installation