The administration of U.S President Donald Trump has indicted former Olympic athlete David Hearn on charges of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington D.C. Hearn, 67, was accused by US Attorney Jeanine Pirro, a Trump appointee, of deliberately vandalizing the pool during a news conference held on Thursday. The indictment alleges felony destruction of property, which could lead to a 10-year prison sentence if convicted. However, Hearn denies any wrongdoing and claims he was merely curious about the pool when he visited on June 19th. The Reflecting Pool has been under renovation since April as part of Trump's initiative to reshape Washington D.C., with a $13.1 million contract awarded for its seal and resurface. Critics question the legitimacy of the vandalism claims, pointing to the pool's algae bloom and peeling paint soon after reopening in early June. The indictment follows accusations made by Trump that vandals had sabotaged the pool. A hearing for Hearn's case is scheduled for July 9th, while preparations for the July 4 fireworks show have begun at the pool, with large nets spread across its structure to catch any debris that may fall during the event. The site remains fenced off to visitors, but many continue to visit and express opinions on the controversial renovation project.