Trump says arrests made over alleged vandalism at Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
Summary
President Donald Trump said that several people have been arrested for allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, which has shown algae growth and peeling paint after a $14.65 million renovation. The Park Service is working to clean and repair the pool, and President Trump claims the damage may have been caused by intentional vandalism.Key Facts
- The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool recently underwent a $14.65 million renovation that included repair, resealing, and painting.
- After the renovation, algae has been forming in the pool and the paint has started peeling.
- President Trump announced that multiple people were arrested for vandalism at the Reflecting Pool.
- The specific details of the vandalism arrests have not been provided by authorities.
- Trump accused vandals of using chemicals and tools to damage the pool’s lining and facade.
- The pool may need to be partially drained to fix the peeling lining, according to Trump.
- The U.S. Park Police have not confirmed the arrests Trump mentioned.
- Visitors have posted images and videos showing the algae and paint damage on social media.
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