Security added around Reflecting Pool
Outlets clash over alleged vandalism and security at the Reflecting Pool.
June 24, 2026 · Updated Jun 23, 9:00pm ET
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What happened
Workers installed chain-link fencing and surveillance cameras, including a solar-powered AI surveillance unit, around the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool after President Donald Trump alleged vandals damaged the pool’s new surface. Trump said vandals sliced a 350-foot gash into the bottom, but the administration has not publicly released evidence supporting that claim. The response follows a $14.2m renovation to coat the pool “American Flag Blue” ahead of the US’s 250th birthday, amid algae growth and reported peeling sealant. National Guard members were also seen positioned around the pool.
