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Drained Reflecting Pool reveals Trump’s ‘American flag blue’ liner is now closer to gray
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Key Points:
- The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool's bottom surface has faded and shown peeling paint shortly after being coated in "American flag blue," a project initiated by President Trump that has faced multiple issues.
- The renovation, initially estimated at $1.5 million, has escalated to over $16 million and missed the July 4 deadline for the nation's 250th birthday celebration.
- Allegations of vandalism, including a reported knife slash, have been made by Trump and officials, but critics argue the damage stems from poor repair work; several individuals, including former Olympic canoeist David Hearn, have been charged in connection with the vandalism.
- The National Park Service plans to repair the damage and refill the pool after debris removal from Independence Day fireworks, despite ongoing controversy over the project's management and costs.
- This project is part of broader, costly renovations in Washington, D.C., led by Trump, including a $400 million ballroom replacing the White House East Wing and plans for a large arch near the Lincoln Memorial.
