Crews again drain Trump’s troubled reflecting pool
Crews drained the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool on Friday due to ongoing issues with algae blooms and peeling paint. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum confirmed the draining was part of planned repairs that may address debris from a recent fireworks display. The renovation, initially touted by Trump, has faced criticism over its $16 million cost and allegations of vandalism.
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Published 11 Jul 2026, 00:11 UTC · Updated 11 Jul 2026, 02:20 UTC
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