Trump says Pirro 'folded like an umbrella' in bid to drop Reflecting Pool vandalism charges
- Posted on August 3, 2026
- By The Toronto Star
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In brief
President Trump publicly criticized U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro's decision to seek dismissal of charges against a former Olympic athlete accused of vandalizing the Reflecting Pool in Washington. Trump's remarks suggest frustration with the prosecutorial move, describing it as a significant retreat from the legal case. The incident highlights ongoing tensions within the administration regarding high-profile legal matters and their handling by federal prosecutors.
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Trump says Pirro 'folded like an umbrella' in bid to drop Reflecting Pool vandalism charges
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Monday that U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro “choked” and “folded like an umbrella” in moving to drop charges against a former Olympian accused of
