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  • POLITICSJul 5 · 20:00 UTCFOX NEWS
    Burgum clashes with CNN host, blasts media for questioning vandalism of Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

    Interior Secretary Doug Burgum clashed with CNN's Dana Bash over damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, asserting that officials can prove vandals cut the liner. Burgum defended the material's durability and dismissed media skepticism, while Bash questioned the evidence for vandalism. The article also mentions a former Olympian indicted in the alleged vandalism and notes the pool's repair status ahead of the Fourth of July.

  • POLITICSJul 5 · 15:35 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROIT
    Trump's administration won't seek new bids to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

    The Trump administration will not seek new bids to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, with Interior Secretary Doug Burgum stating the same contractor will handle repairs. Burgum and President Trump attribute damage to the pool's liner to vandalism, while authorities have arrested several individuals, including former Olympian David Hearn, over the incident. The pool faced issues like algae blooms and peeling coatings after recent renovations.

  • CRIMEJun 26 · 03:05 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Reflecting Pool liner was cut with a sharp knife or razor, National Park Service says

    The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool's liner was cut with a sharp knife or razor, damaging a $16 million rehabilitation project. The National Park Service and Interior Department reported multiple incidents, including thrown fence posts and recurring vandalism, with seven arrests and police reports. President Trump and officials blamed vandals for the damage, though details remain unclear.

  • POLITICSJun 25 · 19:20 UTCWSVN MIAMI
    Reflecting Pool liner was cut with a sharp knife or razor, National Park Service says

    The National Park Service reported that a liner in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was cut with a sharp knife or razor, damaging a $16 million rehabilitation project. A court filing revealed the incident, which occurred after the project was completed, amid disputes over the pool's condition and allegations of vandalism by the Trump administration.

  • POLITICSJun 25 · 17:07 UTCWTOP DC
    Reflecting Pool liner was cut with a sharp knife or razor, National Park Service says

    The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool's liner was cut with a sharp knife or razor, damaging a $16 million rehabilitation project. The National Park Service reported the incident to U.S. Park Police, and surveillance footage was released to identify a suspect. President Trump attributed damage to 'sick people' using razors, while the agency plans repairs after July 4th.

  • POLITICSJun 25 · 16:18 UTCKSTP ABC MINNEAPOLIS
    Reflecting Pool liner was cut with a sharp knife or razor, National Park Service says

    The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool's liner was cut with a sharp knife or razor, damaging a $16 million rehabilitation project. The National Park Service reported the incident to U.S. Park Police, and surveillance footage was released to identify the suspect. The Trump administration faces a deadline to complete repairs before July Fourth, amid claims of vandalism and issues like algae blooms.

  • POLITICSJun 25 · 15:36 UTCBUSINESS INSIDER
    Everyone's talking about the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. I visited to see it for myself.

    The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, renovated by the Trump administration at a cost exceeding $16 million, has turned green with algae despite efforts to make it 'American flag blue.' The pool, now a site of ongoing cleanup and protests, was intended to be a centerpiece for America's 250th anniversary but has drawn criticism over its no-bid contracts and ineffective algae solutions.

  • POLITICSJun 24 · 22:21 UTCWTOP DC
    Lawmakers demand answers as turmoil over Reflecting Pool repair continues

    Lawmakers demand investigations into the $16 million Reflecting Pool renovation project, citing no-bid contracts to vendors with ties to President Trump, peeling paint, and algae issues. Trump blamed vandals for the problems, while a wildlife nonprofit examined dead ducks near the site.

  • POLITICSJun 23 · 22:50 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Troubled Reflecting Pool faces fresh scrutiny over vandalism claims and duck deaths

    President Donald Trump claimed six arrests for damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, blaming vandalism for peeling paint and algae issues. The Interior Department plans to release images of alleged vandalism ahead of the 250th anniversary celebrations, while security measures like fencing and patrols have been intensified.

  • POLITICSJun 23 · 20:51 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Troubled Reflecting Pool faces fresh scrutiny over vandalism claims and duck deaths

    President Donald Trump claimed six people were arrested for damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, which has faced issues with algae blooms and peeling paint since its $14-million renovation. The Interior Department and U.S. Park Police have not verified Trump's vandalism allegations, and no evidence has been publicly released to support his claims.

  • POLITICSJun 23 · 18:55 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Trump says 6 people arrested over damage to the troubled Reflecting Pool project

    President Donald Trump claimed six people were arrested for damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, which has faced issues like algae blooms and peeling paint after a $14-million renovation. Trump attributed the damage to vandalism without evidence, while the Interior Department and U.S. Park Police have not confirmed his claims. Security has been increased around the pool ahead of the nation's 250th anniversary celebrations.

  • POLITICSJun 23 · 17:43 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Trump says 6 people have been arrested for damaging the Reflecting Pool

    President Trump claimed six people were arrested for damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, citing a '350 foot gash' in its coating without evidence. The pool, part of a $14-million renovation project, faces issues with algae blooms and a peeling 'American flag blue' liner. Federal authorities have patrolled the site, and Trump announced plans to drain some water for a permanent repair ahead of the Fourth of July.

  • POLITICSJun 23 · 04:28 UTCDEUTSCHE WELLE
    US: Trump threatens prison for Reflecting Pool 'vandalism'

    The Trump administration spent $14.7 million repainting the Reflecting Pool 'American flag blue' ahead of the US' 250th anniversary celebrations. Weeks later, the paint is peeling, and algae has turned the water green. Trump has threatened prison for the vandalism.

  • POLITICSJun 20 · 12:00 UTCNPR NEWS
    Opinion: Algae doesn't care about our party lines

    President Trump's beautification project of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has been affected by a robust algae bloom, despite a $14 million investment and the application of 'American flag blue' coating.

  • POLITICSJun 20 · 09:57 UTCFRANCE 24
    Paint from Trump renovation peels off Washington's Reflecting Pool

    The Reflecting Pool on Washington's National Mall has turned green due to algae growth, with paint peeling off less than two weeks after a renovation ordered by Donald Trump that painted the pool American flag blue. The pool, located between the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument, was recently reopened following the renovation.

  • POLITICSJun 19 · 00:28 UTCCBS NEWS
    Rips appear in Reflecting Pool's new sealant after algae turn water green

    President Trump's efforts to upgrade the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool encountered issues with algae turning the water green and rips appearing in the 'American Flag Blue' sealant he selected.

  • POLITICSJun 18 · 22:43 UTCWTOP DC
    Blue paint on bottom of Reflecting Pool appears to be peeling away

    The Reflecting Pool's 'American Flag Blue' paint is peeling after being coated at the direction of President Donald Trump. Algae has caused the pool to turn green, prompting efforts with nanobubble ozone technology and hydrogen peroxide. The Trump administration cited a $14 million renovation cost, but sections of the paint are now lifting, raising concerns about the project's quality.

  • POLITICSJun 18 · 20:44 UTCGUARDIAN US
    Trump administration compares reflecting pool algae battle to Iran war

    The Trump administration compared its efforts to combat algae in Washington's reflecting pool to its conflict with Iran. The Interior department claims the water is 'crystal clear,' while witnesses report it is murky green. A $14.2m refurbishment was ordered to make the monument 'American Flag blue' for the 250th birthday celebrations.

  • POLITICSJun 18 · 20:44 UTCTHE GUARDIAN WORLD
    Trump administration compares reflecting pool algae battle to Iran war

    The Trump administration compared its efforts to address algae in Washington's reflecting pool to its conflict with Iran. The Interior Department claims the water is 'crystal clear' despite witnesses reporting murky green conditions, following a $14.2m refurbishment aimed at making the pool 'American Flag blue' for the 250th birthday celebrations.

  • POLITICSJun 18 · 17:44 UTCWGN9 CHICAGO
    Did the Reflecting Pool remodel cause the bright green algae bloom?

    Donald Trump proposed painting the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool a darker blue to celebrate the U.S. 250th birthday, but it has recently turned bright green due to an algae bloom. The article questions whether the pool's remodeling caused the green algae bloom.

  • POLITICSJun 17 · 18:20 UTCKXRM FOX21 COLORADO SPRINGS
    Did the Reflecting Pool remodel cause the bright green algae bloom?

    Donald Trump's vision was to paint the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool a darker shade of 'American flag blue' to celebrate the country's 250th birthday. However, the pool has recently turned a bright green color due to an algae bloom.

  • POLITICSJun 16 · 20:00 UTCGUARDIAN US
    Reflecting pool turns green after $14.2m Trump renovation – video

    The Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool in Washington DC turned green with algae shortly after a $14.2m renovation. The no-bid contract for the project was awarded to Atlantic Industrial Coatings, a company previously linked to a swimming pool renovation at one of Donald Trump’s golf clubs.

  • POLITICSJun 15 · 23:12 UTCSEATTLE TIMES
    Trump ordered ‘American Flag Blue’ for the reflecting pool. It’s green again

    Trump ordered the reflecting pool between the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument to be dyed 'American Flag Blue,' but it has turned green again due to algal blooms following a $14.2 million repair project.

  • POLITICSJun 11 · 20:52 UTCBUSINESS INSIDER
    Before-and-after satellite photos show Trump's changes to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, DC

    The Trump administration renovated the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, DC, with a $14.2 million project to seal and paint its bottom 'American flag blue.' Satellite images show the pool's surface changed from green to a darker hue after the renovation, which Trump claimed improved its functionality and appearance.

  • POLITICSJun 6 · 02:33 UTCWTOP DC
    Refilling starts for newly painted Reflecting Pool in Washington, in photos

    Water has begun flowing into the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington after a renovation that included painting the basin a deep shade referred to as 'American flag blue' by President Donald Trump. The refill follows the completion of the renovation project.

  • POLITICSJun 5 · 21:12 UTCNPR NEWS
    After D.C.'s Reflecting Pool gets repainted, visitors ask: What changed?

    The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was repainted 'American flag blue' by President Trump. Visitors noted the changes are subtle, and the project reportedly cost millions.

  • POLITICSJun 5 · 20:35 UTCSEATTLE TIMES
    Refilling starts for newly painted Reflecting Pool in Washington, in photos

    Water has started flowing into the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool following President Donald Trump's renovation, which included painting the basin a deep shade he called 'American flag blue.' The article is a photo gallery from the Associated Press.

  • POLITICSJun 4 · 22:56 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Water begins refilling Reflecting Pool after Trump's renovation to repaint it 'American flag blue'

    President Trump announced the refilling of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool after its renovation, which included repainting it 'American flag blue.' The project, with a reported cost discrepancy between Trump's $1.5-2 million estimate and $14.8 million in awarded contracts, faced criticism and a lawsuit over its design. Trump also proposed a 'promenade' connecting the Lincoln Memorial to the Potomac River.

  • POLITICSJun 4 · 20:20 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Water begins refilling Reflecting Pool after Trump's renovation to repaint it 'American flag blue'

    Water began refilling the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool after Trump's renovation to repaint it 'American flag blue.' The project, with reported costs exceeding $14.8 million, faces criticism and a lawsuit from a Washington-based nonprofit alleging it resembles a 'theme park.'

  • POLITICSJun 4 · 16:54 UTCWTOP DC
    Trump says Reflecting Pool work is done and it’s set to be filled with water

    President Trump announced the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool renovation is complete, with the basin set to be filled by Sunday. The project, which changed the pool's color to 'American flag blue' and faced a $14.8 million cost discrepancy, was inspired by a friend's complaint. A nonprofit sued over the new color, but the Trump administration claims the work is done.

  • POLITICSJun 4 · 16:49 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Trump says Reflecting Pool work is done and it's set to be filled with water

    President Donald Trump announced the completion of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool renovation, with the basin set to be filled with water by Sunday. The project, which Trump claims cost $1.5 million to $2 million, has seen at least $14.8 million in awarded contracts. A nonprofit sued to halt the work, citing the new 'American flag blue' paint as resembling a 'theme park,' but the Trump administration notified the court the project is complete.

  • POLITICSJun 3 · 22:45 UTCTHE HILL
    Trump says Reflecting Pool to be completed ‘today’

    President Trump announced that renovations to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool were completed on Wednesday. The project included cleaning and repainting the pool 'American flag blue,' with the final protective coating scheduled to finish at 4 P.M. the same day.

  • POLITICSMay 27 · 09:00 UTCWAPO POLITICS
    Did Trump pick the right blue for the Reflecting Pool? We asked a pool guy.

    The article examines Donald Trump's choice of 'Old Glory Blue' for the National Mall's Reflecting Pool, questioning its appropriateness as a federal judge considers legal action over 'aesthetic injury' claims. The piece highlights debates around the color's symbolism and potential legal implications.

  • POLITICSMay 21 · 23:11 UTCNYT US
    Judge Appears Hesitant to Order Work Stopped on Reflecting Pool

    A judge appeared reluctant to halt work on the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool during a Thursday hearing regarding a lawsuit over the pool's new color. President Trump claimed he personally selected the color, which he refers to as 'American flag blue.' The case centers on disputes about the pool's redesigned appearance.

  • POLITICSApr 28 · 18:25 UTCNPR NEWS
    Trump's 'American flag blue' reflecting pool project gets a mixed reaction in D.C.

    Donald Trump's plan to resurface the reflecting pool in Washington, D.C., with a 'American flag blue' hue has received mixed public reactions. The project is part of broader physical changes Trump is proposing for the nation's capital.

  • POLITICSApr 24 · 22:13 UTCTHE HILL
    Burgum previews Reflecting Pool’s new ‘American flag blue’ floor

    Interior Secretary Doug Burgum announced the installation of a new 'American flag blue' floor in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, sharing updates and a photo of the ongoing renovations. He expressed gratitude to President Donald J. Trump for his support.

  • POLITICSApr 24 · 20:42 UTCFOX NEWS POLITICS
    WATCH: Trump reveals flashy new color for National Mall's reflecting pool makeover

    President Donald Trump announced the National Mall's reflecting pool will be repainted 'American flag blue' after initially considering turquoise. He credited a trusted contractor for influencing the color choice and criticized the Biden administration for neglecting the landmark's maintenance.

  • POLITICSApr 24 · 20:42 UTCFOX NEWS
    WATCH: Trump reveals flashy new color for National Mall's reflecting pool makeover

    President Donald Trump announced the National Mall's reflecting pool will be repainted in 'American flag blue' after initially considering turquoise. He credited a contractor for suggesting the color and criticized the Biden administration for neglecting the landmark, claiming the renovation is part of his administration's beautification efforts.

  • POLITICSApr 24 · 14:48 UTCCBS NEWS
    Trump on plans for "really beautiful" resurfacing of Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

    President Trump announced plans to renovate the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool's stone lining with a swimming pool-style surface in 'American flag blue' during Oval Office remarks. The project aims to resurface the iconic landmark with a vibrant, patriotic color scheme.

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