Trump’s Reflecting Pool Liner Fades From Blue to Gray
The newly refurbished Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool, repainted with a blue hue called “American flag blue,” has already shown significant fading and peeling since its completion. What was initially projected to cost $1.5 million ballooned to over $16 million, with plans for the repairs to last a century. However, within days of its refilling in June, the pool experienced an algae bloom and visible signs of coating peeling, which President Trump attributed to vandalism. Despite his claims and the charging of several individuals, including former Olympic canoe racer David Hearn, for damaging the pool, critics suggest the issues stem from shoddy workmanship on the extensive and costly renovation project.
John Q. Hosedrinker