Trump’s algae-green Reflecting Pool sparks internet meme frenzy
TL;DR
An algae bloom turned the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool green shortly after Trump’s refurbishment, sparking a wave of memes—from Star Wars parodies to Bob Ross scenes—across social media; Trump blamed vandalism for the discoloration, authorities reported six arrests, and internal records reportedly undermine that narrative as online chatter continues to swirl.
- Trump’s algae-green Reflecting Pool ‘wins the internet’ as butt of viral memes The Independent
- How the Reflecting Pool Turned Green: Missing ‘Bubblers’ and a Rush Job The New York Times
- Reflecting Pool liner cut with sharp knife or razor, National Park Service says BBC
- Trump Goon Claims Secret Messages Were Left at Reflecting Pool The Daily Beast
- A Reflecting Pool that has long enticed visitors now gains police scrutiny under Trump AP News
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