Crews again drain Trump’s troubled reflecting pool
Summary
Crews are draining the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool again to clean debris from a recent fireworks display and repair damage. The pool's renovation, led by President Trump to make it more patriotic, has faced problems like algae growth, liner damage, and questions about costs and contractors.Key Facts
- The Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool is being drained to remove fireworks debris and fix damage.
- Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said this draining and repair work was planned.
- President Trump called the pool “filthy dirty” and wanted it to reflect the blue color of the American flag’s bottom.
- The renovation’s cost has risen above $16 million and faced issues like algae growth and peeling liner.
- The Trump administration blamed “vandals” for damage; some arrests have been made but claims are disputed.
- Some contractors on the project have ties to President Trump, raising concerns of favoritism.
- The pool work is part of several large projects President Trump is leading in Washington, D.C.
- Democratic lawmakers are investigating the renovation costs and use of taxpayer money.
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