Good evening. This snapshot of stories and roundup is recommended just for you, based on your interests and reading history. | | | | The Justice Department last week moved to drop the felony vandalism charge against David Hearn, center. (Rod Lamkey, Jr./AP) | | | | | | | What to know Attorneys for David Hearn, accused of vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, seek dismissal with prejudice to prevent future prosecution. They argue the Justice Department's dismissal without prejudice could lead to charges being reinstated due to political pressure from President Trump. The Justice Department cited evidence of a botched repair job, not vandalism, as the cause of damage, according to a Washington Post analysis. Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed. | | | | | How was today's newsletter? | | | | | | | | |