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President Trump announced the completion of a $14.2 million repair project on the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, which involved coating its concrete floor with a dark-blue-tinted waterproofing material.

Washington D.C.

Who
President Trump, New York Times photographers
What
President Trump announced the completion of a $14.2 million repair project on the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, which involved coating its concrete floor with a dark-blue-tinted waterproofing material.
When
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:01:32 GMT · 3h 32m ago
Where
Washington D.C. ·
Why
The century-old landmark had longstanding problems, with Trump stating it "never functioned properly" since its original opening in 1922.
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The successful completion and durability of the repairs on the iconic Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool are currently being tested, impacting this significant national landmark's proper functioning and aesthetic appeal.

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