Trump claims vandals damaged Reflecting Pool, but evidence isn’t released
TL;DR
President Trump again alleges vandals damaged the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, citing a 350‑foot gash but has offered no evidence; U.S. Park Police are investigating and officials have not released photos. The Reflecting Pool renovation, costing about $14 million, has faced criticism for algae growth and peeling paint, and a related lawsuit alleges the work was rushed.
- Trump said ‘vandals’ gashed the Reflecting Pool. He hasn’t provided evidence. The Washington Post
- Reflecting Pool to be drained as Trump again blames 'vandals' for recent troubles BBC
- Why is the paint peeling off the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool? An investigation Scientific American
- 'I like their money': Trump threatens lawsuits against ABC for reporting on Reflecting Pool CNBC
- Trump has one simple answer for Reflecting Pool debacle: ‘Barack Hussein Obama’ Yahoo
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