The Reflecting Pool repairs are COMPLETE, taking 1/10th the time and 1/20th the INITIAL cost estimates to complete the work.

[dudmuck]

The last president doing this blew 34 million on the same pool that also sprouted algae was Obama.

 

[JoeB131]

There was a filtration system installed already, Einstein.

Which clearly isn't working, Eistein.

The whole purpose of this remodel was to clean up the Algae problem, but that problem is worse than it was before.

 

[Couchpotato]

Which clearly isn't working, Eistein.

The whole purpose of this remodel was to clean up the Algae problem, but that problem is worse than it was before.

The liner was installed for aesthetics and because it was leaking not because of algae.

 

[Rambunctious]

Again, irrelevant. As if your dumb ass knows what I said then anyway. You just reflexively.blueted out some stupid, irrrelevant BS.

Its very relevant.... looking back at past national elections say a lot... you will see... I've been right since 2016 and I'm still right.... and you have always been wrong....

 

[Cellblock2429]

I don't know why you call it splitting hairs when it's really you saying things that are not factual.

/---/ Can everyone please take a moment and acknowledge Political-Junkie for fine-tuning a post I made about an elderly woman who was arrested during Jan 6?
I originally stated she was only walking through the property when, in fact, she spent 10 minutes in Pelosi's office. Instead of prison, she was placed in home confinement.
My bad for not verifying all the details before posting on the fly an event almost 7 years ago. We all know Libs are careful to fully research all of the facts before posting.
This is very important for political junkies' self-esteem.
Thank you all in advance.

 

[Concerned American]

Candycorn is still playing dumb. Quite convincingly I might add.

She's not playing.

 

[Robert W]

Which clearly isn't working, Eistein.

The whole purpose of this remodel was to clean up the Algae problem, but that problem is worse than it was before.

The national park service is fixing the problems Joe. Guards will ensure vandals do not contaminate it.

When I last saw the reflecting pool, under GW Bush, it seemed to the casual eye to be okay.

Damage and Vandalism Claims​

A National Park Service (NPS) official, Frank Lands, testified in a court filing that on June 9, 2026, the U.S. Park Police responded to an NPS report of damage to the pool. The filing described a caulk over the foam sealant being cut with a sharp knife or razor, destruction of delaminating surface material, and about 70 fence post tops thrown into the pool CBS News+1. The NPS plans to drain and repair the pool after the Independence Day festivities to assess and fix the lining CBS News.

These claims align with President Trump’s public assertions that vandals sabotaged the $14–16 million renovation, which included repainting the pool “American flag blue” ahead of the U.S. 250th anniversary CBS News+1. At least five people have been arrested, and five more issued citations, though no details of evidence have been released CBS News.

Algae and Water Quality Issues​

Shortly after the pool was refilled, green algae blooms appeared, turning the water from blue to green and murky WUSA9+1. The Department of the Interior and NPS crews used hydrogen peroxide treatments and nanobubble ozone technology to kill algae and siphon out contaminated water abcnews.com. Experts note that the algae likely came from dormant supply lines reactivated during construction, and the lighter blue paint may have increased light penetration, fueling growth WUSA9.

Fencing and Security​

In response to vandalism concerns, fences were installed around the pool earlier than planned for the 250th anniversary celebrations to protect the site Snopes.

Current Status​

The NPS is working to remove algae, repair the damaged liner, and restore the pool’s appearance. The timeline for full restoration is tied to post‑July 4 operations, with repairs beginning after the holiday CBS News.

In summary: The Reflecting Pool is being fixed by the NPS after both vandalism damage and algae contamination, with repairs scheduled after the Independence Day celebrations. The situation remains under public and political scrutiny.

 

[Political-Junkie]

/---/ Can everyone please take a moment and acknowledge Political-Junkie for fine-tuning a post I made about an elderly woman who was arrested during Jan 6?
I originally stated she was only walking through the property when, in fact, she spent 10 minutes in Pelosi's office. Instead of prison, she was placed in home confinement.
My bad for not verifying all the details before posting on the fly an event almost 7 years ago. We all know Libs are careful to fully research all of the facts before posting.
This is very important for political junkies' self-esteem.
Thank you all in advance.

So you admit you screwed up. Why are you blaming me?

 

[Robert W]

So you admit you screwed up. Why are you blaming me?

He gave you credit.