Experts had warned that Trump's plan could make the problem worse. Now, there are signs those concerns were justified.

Trump now blaming ‘vandalism’ for the problems at the Reflecting Pool and says police are investigating - ‘They've also done everything possible to hurt the inside surface that was just installed.’

Workers completed a Trump administration directive to paint the floor of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool "American flag blue" in early June 2026.

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, a backdrop for America's 250th, could be algae ridden until October, expert says. Here's why.

But after spending $14 million, the reflecting pool now looks arguably worse than it did before. Aside from the green hue of the water, the product of what is reportedly one of the largest algae blooms in recent years,

Reflecting pool became the latest flashpoint in the Trumps' feud after turning green just days after a high-profile renovation.