Drained reflecting pool reveals Trump’s ‘American flag blue’ liner is now closer to gray
Summary
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was recently drained and shows signs of wear, including a gray liner that was once blue and peeling paint. The renovation, led by President Donald Trump, cost more than expected and has faced problems like algae growth and alleged vandalism.Key Facts
- The reflecting pool was lined with a blue coating called “American flag blue” by President Trump in spring 2024.
- After being drained, the liner looks grayer and parts of the paint are peeling.
- The pool renovation cost over $16 million, much higher than the initial estimate of $1.5 million.
- The pool had an algae bloom shortly after reopening in early June 2024.
- Contracts were given to Ohio-based Green Water Solutions and Virginia-based Atlantic Industrial Coatings for water purification and repainting.
- President Trump claims vandals caused damage, including a “350-foot gash,” though no obvious large slashes have been seen.
- A man named David Hearn was charged with damaging the pool but denies intentional harm.
- Other people have been charged with taking paint pieces and also pleaded not guilty.
- This reflecting pool work is part of larger projects initiated by President Trump in Washington, DC, including changes to the White House and plans for new memorials.
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