Trump flags vandalism at Lincoln Memorial pool; five arrested, repairs pledged
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Five people were arrested and five others cited for vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in DC, as Trump said repairs would begin immediately after his inspection; authorities warned vandals will be prosecuted and the pool may be drained for renovations tied to the 250th anniversary. The report notes algae and peeling paint, with enforcement comments from DC officials, and the live blog also highlights other political developments such as Iran talks, Chicago shootings, and Memphis crime oversight.
- Five people reportedly arrested after Trump claims Washington reflecting pool was ‘vandalized’ – US politics live The Guardian
- Bethesda man and former Olympian arrested for taking paint from Reflecting Pool WUSA9
- Trump Vents Growing Frustrations With Reflecting-Pool Problems WSJ
- Cyclist arrested at Reflecting Pool is former Olympian who denies vandalism claims The Washington Post
- People caught vandalizing Washington Reflecting Pool to be fully prosecuted, US Attorney Pirro says Reuters
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