Former Olympian from Bethesda denies removing paint strip from Reflecting Pool

Plus: MoCo sheriff admits error in detainee's transfer to ICE; Germantown Emergency Center prepares to close July 1

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June 22, 2026 6:00 a.m. | Updated: June 21, 2026 10:13 p.m.

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Bethesda resident David Hearn, a former Olympian, is facing a charge of destruction of government property after U.S Park Police arrested him Friday for allegedly removing a chunk of peeling blue paint from the Reflecting Pool on the National Mall. Hearn denies that he removed the paint strip. [The Washington Post]

Fani-González protest leads MoCo sheriff to denounce suspect’s transfer to ICE

Council President Natali Fani-González callled out Montgomery County Sheriff Maxwell Uy for failing to comply with the Maryland Community Trust Act by allowing Thursday’s transfer of a suspect in custody to federal immigration authorities. Uy, who is running for re-election, then released a statement Saturday condemning the transfer. [DC News Now]

Germantown Emergency Center prepares to close July 1

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In  less than two weeks, Adventist HealthCare will close its Germantown Emergency Center on July 1 at midnight. Adults and children who need emergency services can go to Adventist HealthCare’s Rockville location after the closure. [WUSA9]

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Originally published at Bethesdamagazine