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Trump says proof that vandals cut Reflecting Pool will be provided in court
Summary by Southlake News Editorial Desk CBS Texas , as published by CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the President's allegations and the condition of the Reflecting Pool are available from CBS Texas, including the President's statement that proof of the vandalism will be provided in court.
President Trump has made allegations regarding the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. He claims that vandals damaged the pool, which is currently experiencing issues with peeling paint and algae. The Reflecting Pool has undergone recent renovations.
However, its condition remains a concern due to the presence of algae. Further details about the President's allegations and the condition of the Reflecting Pool are available from CBS Texas, including the President's statement that proof of the vandalism will be provided in court.
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Category: parks Published: June 23, 2026 Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? President Trump has made allegations regarding the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. He claims that vandals damaged the pool, which is currently experiencing issues with peeling paint and algae. The…
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