- Trump's renovation of the Washington reflecting pool, costing $14.2 million, has led to an algae bloom and peeling paint, which he attributed to vandalism.
- Trump stated that the algae problem was “75% gone” and would soon be “completely remedied”, while claiming law enforcement is “actively investigating” the situation.
- The Department of the Interior did not respond to requests for comment regarding Trump's statements about the reflecting pool.
- In response to the algae issue, National Park Service employees were seen using skimmers and adding hydrogen peroxide to the water.
- The interior department announced that “advanced nanobubbler technology” had effectively killed the algae in the reflecting pool.
Former President Trump has acknowledged 'real problems' at the reflecting pool in Washington, D.C., following a $14.2 million renovation that has led to an algae bloom and peeling paint. He attributed these issues to 'vandalism' and claimed that the algae problem is now '75% gone'.1
In a social media post, Trump stated that the algae issue is largely under control and suggested it would soon be 'completely remedied'. He also mentioned that law enforcement is 'actively investigating this situation' and hopes for a resolution soon.
In response to the algae bloom, the National Park Service has deployed employees to use skimmers and add hydrogen peroxide to the water to improve its quality. The Department of the Interior reported that 'advanced nanobubbler technology' has effectively killed the algae, and their team is now vacuuming up the dead algae from the bottom of the reflecting pool.45
Despite the renovation's intent to enhance the site, the current state has raised concerns about the effectiveness of the restoration efforts and the management of the iconic landmark.
“Trump's $14.2 million renovation of the Washington reflecting pool has led to an algae bloom and peeling paint, which he attributes to vandalism. He claims the algae problem is '75% gone' and law enforcement is 'actively investigating' the situation.”
The Guardian