Murky Reflecting Pool draws tourists, but not for reasons Trump wanted
Summary
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., recently renovated and painted blue by order of President Donald Trump for the 250th U.S. independence anniversary, is currently covered with algae. Despite efforts by the National Park Service to clean the pool, the algae remains, and the blue paint is peeling, drawing attention from tourists and protesters.Key Facts
- The Reflecting Pool was renovated and painted blue at a cost of over $14.65 million.
- The paint on the pool floor, called "American flag blue," is peeling off.
- Algae has bloomed in the pool and turned the water green and murky.
- National Park Service workers are actively cleaning the pool by pumping out algae and using vacuuming methods.
- The Department of the Interior is treating the water with hydrogen peroxide and ozone technology to reduce the algae.
- Tourists are photographing the algae-covered pool, and some protesters have brought signs highlighting the issue.
- The pool’s problems appeared shortly after reopening and have persisted for several days.
- Officials say algae issues are common after Reflecting Pool reopenings and cleaning may take several days.
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