Alleged Reflecting Pool vandal David Hearn pleads not guilty; lawyer calls him 'scapegoat'

David Hearn, accused of vandalizing the Reflecting Pool near the Lincoln Memorial, has pleaded not guilty, with his lawyer arguing that he's being made a scapegoat by the Trump administration. The lawyer's bold claim suggests that if Hearn faces felony charges for merely touching the pool, it sets a dangerous precedent for all Americans. This incident highlights broader concerns about political overreach and the potential for excessive legal consequences for minor infractions in a highly charged political climate.