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Trump acknowledges ‘real problems’ at reflecting pool after $14m makeover, blaming ‘vandalism’

Donald Trump blamed "vandalism" for algae bloom and peeling paint at the Washington reflecting pool, stating there were "real problems" after a $14.2 million renovation. The issues emerged days after his administration had claimed the pool was "crystal clear."

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Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 09:57 AM EDT

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