Vandals use chemicals to damage newly renovated reflecting pool near Lincoln Memorial
June 20, 2026 • Google News World
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Washington D.C. - The White House has confirmed that vandals used chemicals to damage the newly renovated reflecting pool near the Lincoln Memorial.
According to a statement released by the White House, law enforcement is investigating the incident and no further details have been provided.
The reflecting pool, which underwent a major renovation in recent years, appears to be experiencing issues with algae growth. The New York Times reported that the pool’s makeover seems to be having an unintended consequence, with some observers suggesting that it may be contributing to the problem.
In response to concerns about the pool’s condition, President Trump has stated that it was vandalized and that law enforcement is working to identify those responsible.
The Washington Post also reported that the blue paint used in the renovation is peeling off the pool’s surface.
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