Reflecting Pool liner was cut with knife or razor, parks official says
Summary
The National Park Service reported that the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was intentionally damaged with a sharp knife or razor around June 9, 2026. This damage included cuts to the pool’s coating and about 70 fence posts thrown into the water. Several people have been arrested or cited for vandalism related to this case.Key Facts
- Damage to the Reflecting Pool was reported to U.S. Park Police on June 9, 2026.
- The damage involved cuts made by a sharp knife or razor to the pool’s sealant coating.
- Around 70 fence post tops were thrown into the reflecting pool.
- The National Park Service plans to drain and repair the pool after the July 4th celebrations.
- At least five people have been arrested, and five more received federal citations for vandalism.
- President Donald Trump has stated vandals caused the damage and said evidence will be shown in court.
- The damage relates to a $14.7 million sealant project on the pool.
- The statement was made in a court filing connected to a lawsuit against the Interior Department over the pool’s renovation.
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