A three-time Olympic canoeist, David "Davey" Hearn, has been indicted for allegedly vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington D.C., an iconic landmark recently restored under President Donald Trump's administration. The incident occurred on June 19th, 2026, when Hearn reportedly caused damage estimated at $1,000 by removing a piece of sealant from the pool's bottom during a bike ride. Hearn maintains his innocence, stating he was merely curious about the pool's condition and had not intentionally damaged any part of it. The Reflecting Pool, dating back to the 1920s and stretching 2,030 feet between the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument, has been plagued with issues such as leaks, structural deterioration, algae growth, and bird droppings. This incident is one of several vandalism cases connected to the Reflecting Pool, with a total of ten individuals arrested or issued citations by US Park Police. Despite undergoing a $14 million renovation project, the pool continues to face challenges, including peeling sealant at its bottom. The Trump administration has responded swiftly, vowing to fix the damaged Reflecting Pool, which they blame on vandals, with the President expressing disbelief and concern over the incident on social media. This case has sparked controversy, with Hearn's attorneys describing the charges as "arbitrary" and "outrageous."