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Reflecting Pool renovation project
Coverage of Reflecting Pool renovation project in the Nexus archive.
- Former Olympian pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool damage case after Trump alleged vandalism
David Hearn, a former Olympic canoe racer, pleaded not guilty to damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. His defense claims the case is politically motivated, while prosecutors allege he caused over $1,000 in damage. The pool, renovated under President Trump, has faced issues including algae and coating problems.