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Trump blames vandals for dead grass on National Mall

Trump said vandals damaged grass near the World War II Memorial, sharing a photo of brown patches.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: Trump blamed vandals for dead grass on the National Mall near the World War II Memorial.
WHEN: Reported Aug 17, 2026 at 1:33 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Cause not yet established.

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