The Atlantic·4 min read·medium
The Canoe Guy vs. Trump’s Blue Pool
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Matt Viser
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David Hearn, a former Olympian, was arrested for allegedly damaging the Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., after he was seen touching the pool's sealant. His legal team argues the charges are frivolous and represent an example of prosecutorial overreach by federal authorities.
Why it matters
The case highlights growing public and legal scrutiny regarding the aggressive use of federal prosecutorial power in minor property disputes.
An Olympian accused of damaging the Reflecting Pool has become the latest emblem of possible prosecutorial overreach.
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