Trump says ‘criminally made’ algae taken from Reflecting Pool

President Trump's asserts that vandalism caused algae blooms and structural damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. After two weeks of issues following renovations, the president claimed that radical left vandals cut the pool's waterproof lining and damaged the surrounding grass. In response to these claims, the administration installed protective fencing and increased police presence at the site. While Trump blamed political opponents for the destruction, critics suggest the damage occurred when the presidential motorcade drove through the drained pool for an inspection. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum reported several arrests and citations related to the vandalism, reinforcing the administration's stance. Conversely, Interior officials previously attributed the algae outbreak to dormant residue left in the supply lines during construction. To combat the growth, National Park Service employees treated the water with hydrogen peroxide. Plans are currently in place to drain the pool again after the upcoming Independence Day celebrations for further repairs. Despite the ongoing controversy and competing explanations, Trump maintains that the facility is now functioning properly. The administration continues to view the incident as a targeted act of sabotage against a national landmark.