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politics6 days ago•198 min saved

DOJ verdict on Reflecting Pool damages undermines Trump vandalism narrative

The DOJ filed to drop the felony vandalism case against former Olympic canoeist David Hearn after saying the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool damage was caused by botched installation by a contractor, not vandalism. The filing also accuses the Interior Department of withholding information that would have shown the error and prevented the indictment. The development undercuts Trump’s public claims of vandalism and suggests the prosecution served political aims, highlighting how the Reflecting Pool renovation became a political flashpoint.

via CNN|

#contractor-error #doj #donald-trump

politics1 month ago•8 min saved

Trump touts algae-free Lincoln Reflecting Pool as vandals face charges

Trump touts a crystal-clear Lincoln Reflecting Pool after an algae cleanup using nanobubbler technology, while Interior Secretary Burgum says vandals damaged the pool and seven suspects have been arrested; officials say a full drain may not be necessary as the pool is vacuumed and restoration work continues in the run-up to July 4th.

via Fox News|

#algae #lincoln-memorial #politics

politics1 month ago•4 min saved

Burgum pins pool woes on vandals, downplays motorcade damage claim

Interior Secretary Doug Burgum doubled down on blaming vandals for the reflecting pool’s problems, saying photos show damage to the pool bottom and that the president’s motorcade over the unfinished pool did not cause it; seven people have been arrested in connection with the damage, and Burgum defended ongoing federal restoration work as controversy swirls ahead of America’s 250th birthday.

via Politico|

#burgum #interior-department #politics

politics1 month ago•3 min saved

Trump touts Lincoln Reflecting Pool as 'in full use' amid algae bloom and peeling paint

President Trump claimed the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is 'in full use' after an algae bloom and peeling paint appeared during renovations, blaming 'criminal, radical left vandals' for the damage. The story also notes ongoing renovations and a forthcoming overhaul of East Potomac Golf Links, with reports of seven arrests and 18 police records linked to the pool and at least one publicly identified arrest for destruction of government property. The algae and paint issues come as federal authorities assess incidents around the landmark amid broader renovation efforts.

via USA Today|

#algae-bloom #arrests #lincoln-reflecting-pool

politics1 month ago•22 min saved

Trump's Reflecting Pool Paint Controversy: Motorcade Rolled Across Wet Blue During Renovation

President Trump blamed knife-wielding vandals for peeling the Reflecting Pool’s blue coating after a rapid eight-week renovation, but NBC footage shows his motorcade rolling across the still-wet surface. Experts say inadequate surface prep and the decision to finish quickly likely caused the coating to fail, not vandalism. The project was funded by no-bid contracts totaling over $16 million, with algae tinting the water and ongoing repairs expected.

via Yahoo Finance|

#motorcade #politics #reflectingpool

politics1 month ago•13 min saved

Trump touts arrests, cites vandals over Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool renovations

Donald Trump claimed six people have been arrested and seven cited for alleged damage to the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool amid controversy over a $14m renovation that has faced algae and peeling issues; he alleged vandalism, shared unverified descriptions of a long gash, and said a drain would be used for permanent repairs around the Fourth of July, while continuing to blame vandals rather than acknowledging renovation problems.

via The Guardian|

#donald-trump #lincoln-memorial #politics

us-politics1 month ago•8 min saved

Trump Blames Vandals as DC Reflecting Pool Heads to Drainage After Renovation Woes

The Reflecting Pool in Washington, DC, is set to be drained after algae and peeling paint emerged following a roughly $16 million renovation. Trump blamed vandals for damage, claiming a large gash and possible fertiliser in the water. Five people have been arrested for vandalism and five more cited; DC Water issued a permit to drain and the repair company will fix the structure under warranty. Trump also threatened to sue ABC News over its coverage of the pool.

via BBC|

#algae #drain #reflecting-pool

politics1 month ago•3 min saved

Trump Blames Vandals for Reflecting Pool Troubles as Renovation Stalls

President Trump, without evidence, blamed vandals for damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool as a $14 million renovation on the National Mall faces setbacks: an algae bloom persists and the pool’s sealant is peeling after refilling, with Trump suggesting the water may need draining to repair the floor. He also claimed arrests tied to the vandalism—including an Olympic canoeist—though details remain unclear and have not been independently confirmed.

via NBC News|

#algae-bloom #politics #reflecting-pool

politics1 month ago•2 min saved

Trump Pins Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Algae on Vandals After Renovation

President Trump defended the $16 million renovation of the Reflecting Pool near the Lincoln Memorial, blaming vandals for damage and an algae bloom and saying the area will be fixed as authorities investigate. Algae issues at the pool are longstanding, with blooms recurred after past reopenings and renovations dating back to 1922. Experts note hot weather (DC hitting up to 100°F) and rain can fuel blooms, while the CDC cites warm water and sunlight as drivers; the Interior Department emphasizes the pattern of blooms with pool reopenings, indicating the issue is not solely vandalism and will be remedied in coming days.

via USA Today|

#algae-bloom #lincoln-memorial #politics

international-news2 years ago•2 min saved

"Rising Violence Plunges Haiti into Darkness: Armed Groups Target Power Stations"

Vandals attacked a power plant and four substations in Port-au-Prince, causing parts of Haiti, including the area outside the US embassy, to plunge into darkness. The attacks resulted in the destruction of important infrastructure and documents, cutting off electricity to several areas. The State Department revealed that nearly 1,000 Americans have sought assistance in Haiti, citing the dire humanitarian situation and ongoing gang violence. Authorities are working to restore power and address the security concerns in the region.

via Fox News|

#haiti #international-news #power-plant-attack