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Did the Reflecting Pool remodel cause the bright green algae bloom?

The Hill · Jun 17, 2026, 6:17 PM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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Donald Trump's vision was to paint the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool a darker shade of "American flag blue" to celebrate the country's 250th birthday. But this week, it's been looking more green than blue.

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