Reflecting Pool repairs become personal for Trump
Summary
President Donald Trump ordered immediate repairs to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool after claiming it was vandalized following recent renovations. Multiple arrests were made, though some in custody denied causing damage, and authorities warned of prosecution for vandalism.Key Facts
- President Trump personally inspected the damage to the Reflecting Pool.
- The pool renovation initially cost about $14 million.
- A $1.7 million no-bid contract was given to a company linked to a Trump donor convicted in past legal cases.
- The pool was renovated and refilled by June 5, but algae growth quickly turned the water green again.
- Trump accused vandals of cutting a 250-foot gash in the pool liner and pouring harmful chemicals into it, but no evidence was shown publicly.
- Hydrogen peroxide was used to combat the algae, which can act like paint remover.
- Several people were arrested for allegedly vandalizing the pool; one arrested individual said he only touched a loose liner.
- The U.S. Attorney for D.C. stated that anyone found damaging the pool would face prosecution.
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