Event Brief
Rips appear on Reflecting Pool sealant after algae
Filed: Jun 19, 2026 at 11:00 PM ET
Summary: Algae turned the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool water green after new sealant was applied, and rips appeared in the surface.
WHO: President Trump
WHAT: Rips appeared in the Reflecting Pool's new sealant after algae turned the water green.
WHEN: Jun 19, 2026 at 10:53 PM ET
WHERE: Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, Washington, D.C.
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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