Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
Coverage of Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in the Nexus archive.
- Reflecting Pool drained again as issues plague Trump-backed renovation
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is being drained again for repairs, marking another setback in President Trump’s multimillion-dollar renovation. Trump had aimed to complete the project by July 4 to coincide with the nation’s 250th anniversary, but the project has faced ongoing issues.
- Reflecting Pool drained again as issues plague Trump-backed renovation
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is being drained again for repairs, causing another setback in President Trump’s renovation project. Trump aimed to showcase the pool by July 4 for the nation’s 250th anniversary, but the project has faced issues.
- Reflecting Pool drained again as issues plague Trump-backed renovation
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is being drained again for repairs, marking another setback in President Trump’s multimillion-dollar renovation. Trump aimed to showcase the pool by July 4 for the nation’s 250th anniversary, but the project has faced delays.
- Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool drained again as Trump administration resumes repairs
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was drained again for repairs following issues with algae and peeling coating after its recent restoration. The Trump administration attributed the damage to vandalism, while court records indicate multiple individuals were charged for allegedly damaging the pool's surface.
- Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool drained again as Trump administration resumes repairs
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was drained as the Trump administration resumed repairs following issues with the recent restoration project. Problems included algae blooms and peeling coating, which officials attributed to vandalism, and legal cases were filed against individuals accused of damaging the pool.
- Trump's D.C. reflecting pool drained — again — as renovation troubles continue
Crews are draining the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool again as President Donald Trump's renovation project faces delays, pushing past the July 4 deadline for the nation's 250th birthday.
- Crews again drain Trump’s troubled reflecting pool
Workers are draining the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool due to algae blooms and peeling paint. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum stated the draining was planned and noted possible debris from an Independence Day fireworks display.
- Crews again drain Trump’s troubled reflecting pool
Crews drained the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool, which has issues with algae blooms and peeling paint. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum stated the draining was planned and noted potential debris from an Independence Day fireworks display.
- Crews are draining the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool again as part of Trump’s troubled revamp
Crews are draining the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool again due to issues with Trump’s revamp, including algae blooms and peeling coatings. Trump attributes the problems to vandals, while critics suggest poor repair work. Multiple individuals have been charged for damaging the pool.
- Crews are draining the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool again as part of Trump’s troubled revamp
Crews are draining the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool again due to issues with Trump's renovation, including algae blooms and peeling coating. Trump blamed vandals, but critics attribute the problems to poor workmanship. Multiple individuals have been charged for damaging the pool, including former Olympic canoe racer David Hearn.
- Crews draining the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool again as part of troubled revamp
Crews are draining the Lincoln Memorial's Reflecting Pool again as part of a troubled renovation effort linked to President Donald Trump, which has missed its initial July 4 deadline.
- Crews are draining the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool again as part of Trump’s troubled revamp
Crews are draining the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool again due to issues with its recent renovation, including algae blooms and peeling coating. President Trump attributed the damage to vandals, but critics suggest poor repair work, while legal cases involving individuals accused of damaging the pool are ongoing.
- Crews are draining the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool again as part of Trump's troubled revamp
Crews are draining the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool again due to issues with the new coating and algae, as President Trump's renovation project faces delays. Trump attributes the problems to vandals, while critics blame poor workmanship. Legal cases involving individuals charged for damaging the pool are ongoing.
- Crews are draining the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool again as part of Trump's troubled revamp
Crews are draining the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool again due to issues with its recent renovation, including algae blooms and peeling coating. President Donald Trump has blamed vandals for the damage, while critics attribute it to poor repair work. Multiple individuals have been charged with damaging the pool, and the project remains delayed beyond its July 4 completion target.
- US Olympian canoeist pleads not guilty to charges of damaging Reflecting Pool
David C. Hearn, a U.S. Olympian, pleaded not guilty to felony charges of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. He was released on his own recognizance, and a status hearing is scheduled for August 5. Prosecutors claim he vandalized the renovated pool, while his legal team argues the case is politically motivated and a misuse of court resources.
- Former Olympian pleads not guilty to damaging Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool as new theory emerges behind vandals plot to destroy landmark
A former Olympian has pleaded not guilty to damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. A new theory suggests vandals may have plotted to destroy the landmark.
- US Olympian canoeist pleads not guilty to charges of damaging Reflecting Pool
David C. Hearn, a U.S. Olympian canoeist, pleaded not guilty to felony charges of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. He was released on his own recognizance, with a status hearing scheduled for August 5, and his legal team argued the prosecution was unjust.
- US Olympian canoeist pleads not guilty to charges of damaging Reflecting Pool
David C. Hearn, a three-time Olympian canoeist, pleaded not guilty to felony charges of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The case involves a scheduled status hearing on August 5, with Hearn's legal team arguing against pre-trial conditions and prosecutors claiming substantial evidence. The Reflecting Pool's renovation, overseen by Trump, was cited as context for the alleged vandalism.
- Former Olympian pleads not guilty to vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
David Hearn, a former Olympian, pleaded not guilty to vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The incident is described as politically motivated.
- Ex-Olympic canoeist David Hearn pleads not guilty to vandalizing Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool: ‘Not a crime to touch water’
David Hearn, an Olympic canoeist, has pleaded not guilty to vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, arguing that touching water is not a crime. Over $16 million has been spent on renovations to the National Mall landmark.
- US Olympian canoeist pleads not guilty to charges of damaging Reflecting Pool
David C. Hearn, a former U.S. Olympian canoeist, pleaded not guilty to felony charges of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. His legal team argued the prosecution is an effort to scapegoat him, while prosecutors stated they have significant evidence. The case involves the Trump administration's renovation of the Reflecting Pool.
- Former Olympian pleads not guilty to vandalizing Reflecting Pool
David Hearn, a former Olympic canoeist, pleaded not guilty to felony charges for allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. His defense argues the prosecution is an overreach, while the government claims he ripped out two square feet of the pool's liner. Three others were charged with misdemeanors for similar acts.
- US Olympian canoeist pleads not guilty to charges of damaging Reflecting Pool
David C. Hearn, a U.S. Olympian canoeist, pleaded not guilty to felony charges of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. He was released on his own recognizance, and a status hearing is scheduled for August 5. His legal team, including Norm Eisen and Mary C. Dohrmann, argued against pre-trial conditions, while prosecutors stated they have substantial evidence.
- US Olympian canoeist pleads not guilty to charges of damaging Reflecting Pool
A U.S. Olympian canoeist pleaded not guilty to felony charges of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The court set a status hearing for August 5, and the defendant’s legal team argued against pre-trial conditions, while prosecutors stated they have substantial evidence.
- Former Olympian David Hearn pleads not guilty in Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool damage case
David Hearn, a former Olympic canoe racer, pleaded not guilty to charges of deliberately damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. His attorneys and critics of the Trump administration have described the case as politically motivated.
- Former Olympic canoeist pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool vandalism case
David Davey Hearn, a former Olympic canoeist, pleaded not guilty to destruction of property after being accused of vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Hearn was arrested for touching a detached liner segment and released on his own recognizance. His attorney criticized the charge as a felony over a minor act, while the Trump administration claims evidence of vandalism.
- Olympian Trump accused of vandalizing the reflecting pool pleads not guilty
A former Olympic canoe racer pleaded not guilty to damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. His defense and critics have called the case an abuse of prosecutorial power.
- Olympic canoeist David Hearn pleads not guilty to Reflecting Pool damage
Olympic canoeist David Hearn pleaded not guilty to damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., facing a felony charge of property destruction over $1,000. His attorney criticized the government's evidence as weak, and the court delayed the trial until February 2027. The Reflecting Pool has faced ongoing issues including algae growth and vandalism allegations.
- Former Olympian pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool damage case after Trump alleged vandalism
David Hearn, a former Olympic canoe racer, pleaded not guilty to damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. His defense claims the case is politically motivated, while prosecutors allege he caused over $1,000 in damage. The pool, renovated under President Trump, has faced issues including algae and coating problems.
- Former Olympian pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool damage case after Trump alleged vandalism
A former Olympic canoe racer pleaded not guilty to damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, a case his defense claims is politically motivated. The pool, renovated under President Trump, has faced issues including algae blooms and coating failures, with Trump alleging vandalism. The defendant's attorneys argue the charges are based on a 'concocted narrative' and criticize the prosecution as an abuse of power.
- The Latest: Trump launches new strikes on Iran after saying ceasefire is over
The U.S. launched new airstrikes against Iran after President Trump declared a ceasefire over, prompting Iran to target U.S.-allied Kuwait and Qatar. Germany agreed to purchase long-range Tomahawk missiles from the U.S., and a former Olympian pleaded not guilty to damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, a project linked to Trump. Ukraine also secured a license to produce Patriot air defense systems.
- Former Olympian pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool damage case after Trump alleged vandalism
A former Olympic canoe racer has pleaded not guilty to deliberately damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The case is linked to allegations of vandalism.
- Former Olympian pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool damage case after Trump alleged vandalism
David Hearn, a former Olympic canoe racer, pleaded not guilty to damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The case, which defense attorneys call an abuse of prosecutorial power, follows allegations that Hearn removed sealant from the pool during a bike ride. President Trump previously claimed vandals damaged the pool, which was renovated under his administration.
- Former Olympian pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool damage case after Trump alleged vandalism
David Hearn, a former Olympic canoe racer, pleaded not guilty to damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. His defense claims the charges are politically motivated, while prosecutors allege he caused over $1,000 in damage. The case involves the Trump administration's renovation project, which has faced issues including algae blooms and coating problems.
- Three more people charged with damaging Reflecting Pool after Trump’s multimillion-dollar restoration
Three more people have been criminally charged with destruction of property at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The incident occurred after a multimillion-dollar restoration project.
- Trump tasks same company for reflecting pool repairs, Paul Pelosi faces hit-and-run charge
President Trump has instructed the same contractor to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool after its new liner began peeling shortly after a $16 million renovation. Paul Pelosi is facing a recommended hit-and-run charge after allegedly crashing into a parked car and driving away.
- The Latest: Trump will meet with Zelenskyy and Syria’s al-Sharaa during this week’s NATO summit
President Donald Trump will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa during the NATO summit in Turkey. Trump aims to enforce NATO members' defense spending pledges, faces questions about the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool repair project, and posted a doctored photo of former President Barack Obama and his wife.
- Burgum clashes with CNN host, blasts media for questioning vandalism of Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum clashed with CNN's Dana Bash over damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, asserting that officials can prove vandals cut the liner. Burgum defended the material's durability and dismissed media skepticism, while Bash questioned the evidence for vandalism. The article also mentions a former Olympian indicted in the alleged vandalism and notes the pool's repair status ahead of the Fourth of July.
- Trump's administration won't seek new bids to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
The Trump administration will not seek new bids to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, with Interior Secretary Doug Burgum stating the same contractor will handle repairs due to alleged vandalism. The project has faced delays and controversies, including a 350-foot gash in the pool's liner, legal actions against individuals like former Olympian David Hearn for damaging the site, and disputes over the handling of repairs and costs.
- The Trump administration will use the same company that tried to renovate the Reflecting Pool to repair it — ‘because they did a fantastic job’
The Trump administration will use the same company to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, citing its 'fantastic job' despite prior issues. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum attributed damage to vandals, while repairs face challenges like algae blooms and peeling coatings. Multiple arrests, including former Olympian David Hearn, are linked to the vandalism.