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 calls from President Trump for the charges to be pursued.
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D.C. Judge Dismisses Charges Against Former Olympian David Hearn
A D.C. judge has ruled to permanently dismiss the Reflecting Pool charges against former Olympian David Hearn, stating that the federal government cannot refile the charges due to exceptional circumstances. This ruling was made despite pressure from President Trump to continue with the case.
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