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David Hearn
August 3, 2026
Harry Litman
Think Jeanine Pirro Acted Honorably in the Hearn Case? Think Again.
Some gave her credit for belatedly doing the right thing. But she had no choice, and she’s still a disgrace.
July 20, 2026
Hafiz Rashid
DOJ’s Reflecting Pool “Vandalism” Case Falls Apart With Pool Draining
The Justice Department’s entire case against U.S. Olympian David Hearn is on the brink of collapse.
July 9, 2026
Hafiz Rashid
DOJ Loses Its First Big Ask in Reflecting Pool “Vandalism” Case
Federal prosecutors are already off to a bad start in their case against U.S. Olympian David Hearn.

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