A D.C. judge has permanently dismissed the federal government's charges against former Olympic canoeist David Hearn related to the Reflecting Pool. The judge cited "exceptional circumstances" in the ruling, which prevents the government from refiling the charges. This decision comes despite reported pressure from President Trump to pursue the case further.
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D.C. Judge Dismisses Charges Against Former Olympian David Hearn
A D.C. judge has ruled to permanently dismiss charges against former Olympic canoeist David Hearn concerning the Reflecting Pool, citing exceptional circumstances. The ruling prohibits the federal government from refiling the charges, despite pressure from President Trump.
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