President Donald Trump has claimed that vandalism is responsible for issues at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, which recently underwent a $16 million renovation. He alleges that a “350-foot slit” was cut into the pool’s lining, causing problems like algae and peeling paint. Despite these claims, no evidence has been provided to support the vandalism theory. The Interior Department reported arrests and citations related to vandalism, but details remain unclear. Trump suggested that images of the damage would be shown in court eventually. The pool may need to be drained for repairs, although Trump remarked that it “looked very good.” The situation raises questions about the security and maintenance of national landmarks.
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Trump doubles down on Reflecting Pool vandalism claims without providing evidence
