Judge permanently dismisses Reflecting Pool vandalism case against former Olympian David Hearn
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A US judge permanently dismissed vandalism charges against former Olympian David Hearn, citing political pressure.

The judge said the decision ensures DOJ can't bring the case against him again.

A judge on Thursday dismissed the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool vandalism case against former Olympian David Hearn with prejudice, closing the door to re-charge him in the future.