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2026-07-17 20:10:08

Trump vows vandal-proof pool amid $16M renovation

Trump promises "vandal proof" material for the Reflecting Pool as $16M renovation continues. He blames "deranged vandals," but critics suggest damage is from botched repairs. The pool was drained after lining issues and algae blooms. read more

2026-07-16 09:30:05

FBI Probes Lincoln Memorial Pool as Trump Blames Vandals

FBI agents search the drained Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool as Trump blames algae blooms and peeling paint on vandals, despite costly restoration. The pool’s fencing aims to hide failures, while an Olympian faces charges for alleged damage. read more

2026-07-15 21:50:10

Trump’s Reflecting Pool Liner Fades From Blue to Gray

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool's "American flag blue" liner, championed by Trump, has faded to gray after repairs. Costs soared from $1.5M to $16M, with algae and peeling issues. Vandalism charges against an Olympic canoeist sparked controversy. read more

2026-07-15 13:50:07

Lincoln Memorial fence may stay until 2027

Trump's temporary fence around the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, following a failed renovation, could remain until January 2027 per a $37,263 contract. The botched project cost taxpayers nearly $15 million, with peeling paint and algae blooms. read more

2026-07-14 13:20:04

Trump blames vandals for reflecting pool damage

President Trump blames "vandals" and "sleazebags" for damaging the Lincoln Reflecting Pool, claiming they cut 300-yard gashes. He vows they will "pay a big price" as repairs continue, despite critics citing poor workmanship. read more

2026-07-10 20:50:05

Reflecting Pool Repairs Miss Trump’s July 4 Deadline

Trump’s Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool revamp faces more delays, requiring another draining due to algae, peeling paint, and fireworks debris. Officials blame vandals, but critics cite poor repairs. Completion missed the July 4 deadline. read more

2026-07-10 17:40:09

Trump Reflecting Pool Renovation Misses July 4 Deadline

Crews drain Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool again due to algae, peeling paint, and fireworks debris. Trump's July 4 deadline missed, with vandals blamed. Interior Secretary Burgum calls it planned. Critics cite shoddy repairs. Investigations ongoing. read more

2026-07-07 23:20:05

Trumps TikTok success masks D.C. project failures

Trump boasted 4 billion TikTok views on his D.C. beautification projects, but many may stem from algae-green Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool videos. Critics note views don't indicate support. He remains top world leader on the platform. read more

2026-07-05 16:40:04

Trump skips new bids for reflecting pool repairs

Trump administration won't seek new bids for Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool repairs, citing contractor quality. Vandalism caused cuts to the liner, costing tens of thousands. The pool closed for July Fourth due to safety. read more

2026-07-02 19:50:08

Ex-Olympian charged with vandalizing Lincoln Memorial pool

Former Olympian David Hearn faces felony charges for allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. He denies vandalism, citing pre-existing damage. The Trump administration targets alleged vandals amid pool renovation issues costing $14.7 million. read more

2026-06-25 15:40:10

Park Police seek woman in reflecting pool damage

U.S. Park Police seek a woman filmed at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool after President Trump claimed chemicals were illegally placed in the water. The pool, recently refurbished for $16 million, shows algae blooms and peeling paint. read more

2026-06-25 00:30:04

Republican lawmaker wants algae ecosystem at Lincoln Memorial pool

A Tennessee Republican suggests Trump let algae grow in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool to create an ecosystem with fish, after renovations turned the basin green. Trump blamed vandals, but documents show deterioration was already occurring. read more

2026-06-23 08:10:07

National Guard patrols reflecting pool after botched renovation

National Guard and Park Police patrol the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool after Trump's botched renovation. Algae blooms and peeling blue coating plague the site. Trump blames saboteurs with knives, but substantiation is lacking. read more

2026-06-10 19:40:11

UFC construction at Lincoln Memorial sparks visitor outrage

Construction for the UFC Freedom 250 press conference at the Lincoln Memorial has tourists fuming over blocked views of the Reflecting Pool, with visitors calling the obstruction “awful” and “disappointing.” read more

2026-06-04 21:30:08

Trump Claims Lincoln Memorial Faces Wrong Direction

Donald Trump derailed a coal event to announce a Lincoln Memorial promenade, claiming the monument faces the wrong way. He proposed extending it to the Potomac and naming it the "Trump promenade," sparking controversy. read more

2026-06-04 18:40:03

Trump declares reflecting pool done, but its empty

Trump claims the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool project is complete after painting it "American flag blue," but the basin remains empty. Critics question costs and priorities ahead of elections. read more

2026-06-01 18:10:08

Trump’s Pool Renovation Fails to Fix Leak, Algae Risk

Trump’s $13.1M no-bid Reflecting Pool renovation ignores leaky pipes, risking green algae on the new blue coating. Experts warn the basin may turn slimy, undermining the patriotic upgrade for July 4th celebrations. read more

2026-05-28 01:10:08

Contractor made $850K profit on no-bid Trump deal

Trump contractor earned $850,000 extra via inflated 20% profit on no-bid $13.1M Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool deal. Government deemed excessive margins reasonable due to project risk and expedited timeline for 250th anniversary. read more

2026-05-16 23:10:03

Trump touts Lincoln Memorial pool length vs skyscrapers

President Trump boasted on Truth Social about Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool renovations, comparing its 2,030-foot length to US skyscrapers. The no-bid $13M project uses "American flag blue" coating, sparking a lawsuit over historical design violations. read more

2026-05-13 23:10:03

Interior chief: Pool guy not in Lincoln contract

Interior Secretary Burgum admitted Trump’s "pool guy" isn’t involved in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool renovation, defending a $13M no-bid contract to an unfamiliar firm. He cited urgency for the nation’s capital’s appearance, sparking Democratic criticism over potential favoritism. read more

2026-05-12 14:40:39

Trump rages over reflecting pool cost skyrocketing

Trump raged in a 400-word Truth Social post after reports revealed his administration spent $13.1M on Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool renovations, far exceeding his initial $1.5M estimate. He accused the New York Times of bias. read more

2026-05-12 00:40:07

Nonprofit Sues to Stop Blue Lincoln Memorial Pool

A nonprofit sues the federal government over plans to paint the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool blue, citing failure to follow the National Historic Preservation Act. The group seeks to halt the $6.9 million project. read more

2026-05-11 21:50:03

Trumps pool painter gets $13M for Lincoln Memorial job

Trump's "pool guy" received a no-bid contract nearly doubled to $13 million for painting the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool "American flag blue," far exceeding his initial $1.5 million estimate. read more

2026-05-11 19:40:08

Lawsuit challenges American flag blue reflecting pool

A nonprofit group sues Trump’s administration over painting the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool “American flag blue,” alleging the no-bid renovation violates federal historic preservation laws and alters the pool’s reflective design. read more

2026-05-10 14:10:06

Trump awards $6.9M no-bid pool paint contract

President Trump gave a $6.9 million no-bid contract to his "pool guy" to repaint the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool "American Flag blue," using an urgent exemption for the project ahead of America's 250th birthday. read more

2026-05-09 16:40:44

Trump awards $6.9M no-bid pool contract to personal contractor

Trump used a $6.9M no-bid contract for his "pool guy" to repaint the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool ocean-blue, bypassing standard bidding under an urgent exemption. Experts doubt the fix addresses long-standing structural issues. read more

2026-05-02 17:30:45

Trump posts AI image of himself in Reflecting Pool

Trump posted an AI image of himself shirtless in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool with Cabinet members. The pool is undergoing renovation, but was vandalized with graffiti reading "86 47" on the same day. read more

2026-05-01 23:10:03

Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool vandalized with political graffiti

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was vandalized with "86 47" graffiti amid Trump's renovation and James Comey's indictment. The code, seen as a threat against the 47th president, sparked an investigation by U.S. Park Police. read more

2026-04-25 00:40:03

Trump touts $2 million reflecting pool renovation success

President Trump touts progress on his $2 million, one-week renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, claiming it saved millions versus a proposed $301 million, three-year plan. He calls it an honor to help. read more

2026-04-24 08:10:04

Trump orders Lincoln Memorial pool painted blue

President Trump announced a $1.5 million renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool using an "American flag blue" coating, replacing a leaking granite surface. He hired pool contractors from past projects, aiming for completion before July 4th. read more

2026-04-24 00:30:03

Trump Paints Lincoln Memorial Pool American Flag Blue

President Trump is coating the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in "American flag blue" swimming pool surface, replacing a leaking granite basin. He claims the $1.5 million fix saves money and time versus a $301 million replacement, completing before July 4. read more

2026-04-23 21:10:07

Trump rambles about pool amid Iran war tensions

President Trump rambled for ten minutes about hiring his personal pool builder to renovate the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool for $1.5 million, claiming it would take one week versus three years, amid ongoing Iran war tensions. read more