Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Undergoing Repairs Amid Controversy
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., is undergoing repairs for the second time in three months. Crews have started draining the pool to remove debris from the July Fourth fireworks celebration. New chain-link barriers have been installed around the pool area, but it is unclear if the area is closed to the public. The National Park Service and the Department of the Interior have not provided details about the fencing.
President Donald Trump reported seven arrests, seven federal citations, and 19 incidents or reports related to the pool area. The administration plans to hire a company to make repairs to the pool, which has been plagued by issues such as algae growth and peeling paint. Despite previous cleaning efforts, the pool liner was damaged by vandalism, prompting the need for repairs.