Reflecting pool to be drained again as Trump claims five vandalism arrests
Summary
The Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool will be drained again after President Donald Trump claimed that vandals caused damage like cutting the pool liner and adding fertilizer, which led to algae growth. Officials and reporters have not confirmed these claims, and the pool faces issues following a recent $14 million renovation.Key Facts
- President Trump said five people were arrested and five others investigated for vandalism at the reflecting pool.
- He described a large slit in the pool liner and said fertilizer was added to cause algae.
- Reporters saw no clear evidence of damage during a recent visit.
- A cyclist was arrested for touching peeling paint at the pool.
- The pool was painted dark blue as part of the $14 million renovation for the U.S. 250th birthday.
- The renovation involved a no-bid contract with a company linked to Trump’s golf clubs.
- After the update, algae grew in the pool and paint started peeling off.
- It is unclear when the pool will be drained, but temporary permits are in place to manage the water release.
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