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How the Reflecting Pool saga saw Trump sour on hand-picked prosecutor
Australia🏛️ PoliticsConservative3 hr. ago

How the Reflecting Pool saga saw Trump sour on hand-picked prosecutor

US President Donald Trump accused federal prosecutor Jeanine Pirro of 'folding like an umbrella' after she dropped charges against Olympic athlete David Hearn, who was indicted for allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The case stems from Trump's controversial $10 million renovation of the pool, which included awarding no-bid contracts to companies he personally connected with. After the pool developed an algae bloom and structural issues emerged, Hearn was detained and charged with property damage. Prosecutors later dismissed the case, citing new evidence showing the damage resulted from poor installation and rushed construction. Trump has publicly criticized Pirro and is reportedly considering removing her from her position.

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How the Reflecting Pool saga saw Trump sour on hand-picked prosecutor

US President Donald Trump accused federal prosecutor Jeanine Pirro of 'folding like an umbrella' after she dropped charges against Olympic athlete David Hearn, who was indicted for allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The case stems from Trump's controversial $10 million renovation of the pool, which included awarding no-bid contracts to companies he personally connected with. After the pool developed an algae bloom and structural issues emerged, Hearn was detained and charged with property damage. Prosecutors later dismissed the case, citing new evidence showing the damage resulted from poor installation and rushed construction. Trump has publicly criticized Pirro and is reportedly considering removing her from her position.

Bias read (Conservative): The article frames the situation through Trump's perspective, emphasizing his frustration with the prosecutor dropping the case and suggesting potential removal of Pirro. It highlights Trump's personal connections to contractors involved in the pool renovation and portrays the prosecutors' decision,

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