Trump acknowledges ‘real problems’ at reflecting pool after $14m makeover, blaming ‘vandalism’
Summary
President Donald Trump acknowledged problems with the reflecting pool in Washington, DC, shortly after a $14.2 million renovation intended to turn the water blue. He blamed vandalism for issues like algae growth and paint peeling, while officials worked to clean and restore the pool.Key Facts
- The reflecting pool between the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial was renovated for $14.2 million.
- The renovation aimed to make the pool water blue, symbolizing the American flag.
- Shortly after completion, an algae bloom turned the water green, and paint started peeling.
- President Trump blamed vandalism and alleged efforts to damage the pool’s surface, without providing evidence.
- National Park Service workers used cleaning methods, including adding hydrogen peroxide, to control the algae.
- A special technology called "nanobubbler" was used to kill the algae effectively.
- The algae identified in the pool is a type called Scenedesmus.
- The renovation contract was awarded without a competitive bidding process to a company linked to a Trump supporter.
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