Donald Trump announces six arrests over alleged vandalism of Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool

President Donald Trump said six individuals have been arrested for damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., alleging they intentionally harmed the pool’s coating. He claimed the damage was part of a broader problem with a failed $14 million restoration project that left the water stained with bright green algae. Trump also stated that seven additional people were sanctioned for similar offenses and that the water would be drained before July 4 to allow permanent repairs. The Department of the Interior released surveillance footage of the alleged vandals, but the Interior Ministry and local police have not commented on the claims. National Guard and police officers are patrolling the area as the administration pushes to complete repairs ahead of Independence Day celebrations.