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Trump says White House seeks vandal-proof material
Filed: Jul 17, 2026 at 12:03 PM ET
Summary: Trump said the White House is searching for vandal-proof material after the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was emptied to repair damage.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: Trump said the White House is searching for vandal-proof material after the Reflecting Pool was emptied for repairs.
WHEN: Jul 17, 2026 at 11:33 AM ET
WHERE: Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, Washington, DC
WHY: The Reflecting Pool was emptied to repair damage, prompting the search for vandal-proof material.
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