NationalParkService News & Analysis

Trump Claims $14 Million Reflecting Pool Vandalism Arrests Made

President Donald Trump announced multiple arrests related to vandalism at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, which underwent a $14 million rehabilitation project. Despite the announcement, no supporting evidence was provided, and authorities such as the U.S. Park Police and National Park Service did not comment. The new pool, intended to celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary, has faced issues including algae growth and peeling paint. One arrested individual was identified as David Hearn, who was detained for five hours after examining the pool's coating.