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The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has been overrun with algae since its $15 million "American flag blue" makeover, and now crews are working to clean it up before July 4. NewsNation's Laura Ingle has the story on the nanobubble technology being used to clear the water. MORE:

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New problems have emerged with the newly renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., where algae has turned the water green and “American Flag Blue” paint is peeling from the bottom. Jonathan Karl reports.
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New problems have emerged with the newly renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., where algae has turned the water green and “American Flag Blue” paint is peeling from the bottom. Jonathan Karl reports.

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81,919 views • 29 days ago

REFLECTING POOL WATCH: Crews are rushing to vacuum out algae from the bottom of the newly-renovated site between the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument in time for July 4 celebrations in two weeks. Inside a container, the water appears clear. The clean-up crews say they hope the overall pond will look blue again soon with the nanobubbler technology in effect for cleansing. However the warm weather, sun and other conditions could create an environment for algae to return, according to some experts. #washingtondc #reflectingpool #algae #news #politics
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REFLECTING POOL WATCH: Crews are rushing to vacuum out algae from the bottom of the newly-renovated site between the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument in time for July 4 celebrations in two weeks. Inside a container, the water appears clear. The clean-up crews say they hope the overall pond will look blue again soon with the nanobubbler technology in effect for cleansing. However the warm weather, sun and other conditions could create an environment for algae to return, according to some experts. #washingtondc #reflectingpool #algae #news #politics

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Just days after the completion of a no-bid more than $14 million renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, crews are still fighting an algae bloom that has turned the water green. Tom Foreman reports.
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Just days after the completion of a no-bid more than $14 million renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, crews are still fighting an algae bloom that has turned the water green. Tom Foreman reports.

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Chunks of paint are floating in the Reflecting Pool, after a makeover that cost American taxpayers more than $14 million to paint it “American flag blue,” as chosen by President Trump. The president had said the renovations would last for “50 to 100 years.” This comes after crews were tasked with treating algae blooms growing in the water.
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Chunks of paint are floating in the Reflecting Pool, after a makeover that cost American taxpayers more than $14 million to paint it “American flag blue,” as chosen by President Trump. The president had said the renovations would last for “50 to 100 years.” This comes after crews were tasked with treating algae blooms growing in the water.

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51,101 views • 29 days ago

Tonight near the Lincoln Memorial The cost of the reflecting pool has changed….. but it is not yet American Flag Blue
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Tonight near the Lincoln Memorial The cost of the reflecting pool has changed….. but it is not yet American Flag Blue

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29,365 views • 1 month ago

President Trump's efforts to spruce up the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool faced a snag this week, as algae turned the water a fluorescent green hue and "American Flag Blue" paint chosen by the president appeared to peel. Mark Strassman reports.
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President Trump's efforts to spruce up the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool faced a snag this week, as algae turned the water a fluorescent green hue and "American Flag Blue" paint chosen by the president appeared to peel. Mark Strassman reports.

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Trump hired a company called “Green Water Solutions” to paint the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool “American flag blue.” #FallonTonight
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Trump hired a company called “Green Water Solutions” to paint the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool “American flag blue.” #FallonTonight

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After the Trump administration splashed out almost $15 million trying to turn the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool an "American flag blue" - huge chunks of blue paint have begun peeling off and floating to the surface. Shortly after the pool was refurbished, algae returned - turning the water green. Workers were told to dump hydrogen peroxide into the pool, dislodging sections of blue sealant in the process.
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After the Trump administration splashed out almost $15 million trying to turn the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool an "American flag blue" - huge chunks of blue paint have begun peeling off and floating to the surface. Shortly after the pool was refurbished, algae returned - turning the water green. Workers were told to dump hydrogen peroxide into the pool, dislodging sections of blue sealant in the process.

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Fox News’ Lucas Tomlinson: “After a $14M renovation on the reflecting pool in front of the Lincoln Memorial, the green algae is back, and workers are trying to kill it using chemicals. The project was initially supposed to cost $2M. There also appear to be problems with the new coating installed at the bottom of the pool.” “The Interior Department says it has deployed advanced nanobubbler technology to kill the algae that has plagued every Lincoln Reflecting Pool reopening since 1922.”
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Fox News’ Lucas Tomlinson: “After a $14M renovation on the reflecting pool in front of the Lincoln Memorial, the green algae is back, and workers are trying to kill it using chemicals. The project was initially supposed to cost $2M. There also appear to be problems with the new coating installed at the bottom of the pool.” “The Interior Department says it has deployed advanced nanobubbler technology to kill the algae that has plagued every Lincoln Reflecting Pool reopening since 1922.”

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42,607 views • 29 days ago

Washington’s iconic Reflecting Pool is still green from persistent algae – and now the brand new “American Flag Blue” paint is peeling off the bottom. As crews clean the pool, @JonKarl reports on mounting questions over the $14 million project.
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Washington’s iconic Reflecting Pool is still green from persistent algae – and now the brand new “American Flag Blue” paint is peeling off the bottom. As crews clean the pool, @JonKarl reports on mounting questions over the $14 million project.

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An algae bloom has turned the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool murky green just weeks after it was painted “American Flag” blue for the America 250 celebration. Now, the blue paint and sealant are peeling off in pieces, and it's unclear when or how the problem will be fixed.
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An algae bloom has turned the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool murky green just weeks after it was painted “American Flag” blue for the America 250 celebration. Now, the blue paint and sealant are peeling off in pieces, and it's unclear when or how the problem will be fixed.

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D.C. REFLECTING POOL CRISIS: Just days after a $14M renovation to turn the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool "American Blue," green algae has completely swamped the basin and the new coating is already peeling. Feds are now deploying advanced nano-bubblers to save the site. Lucas Tomlinson gives the latest updates.
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The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C. got a fresh makeover ahead of summer. But despite millions spent on renovations and efforts to control algae, the iconic pool has once again turned green.
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The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C. got a fresh makeover ahead of summer. But despite millions spent on renovations and efforts to control algae, the iconic pool has once again turned green.

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🚨HUGE NEWS FOR ALL AMERICAN CITIZENS! 🇺🇸 President Trump just confirmed he SAVED TAXPAYERS $353 MILLION and 3 years by cleaning up the algae and goose poop + sealing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool with USA flag blue. 🫡
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🚨HUGE NEWS FOR ALL AMERICAN CITIZENS! 🇺🇸 President Trump just confirmed he SAVED TAXPAYERS $353 MILLION and 3 years by cleaning up the algae and goose poop + sealing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool with USA flag blue. 🫡

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🚨 Live Look: Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Now Filled with Trump’s “American Flag Blue” Water The historic Reflecting Pool between the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument has undergone a major transformation and is now filling with water! - The bottom was completely repainted from dull gray to a striking dark American flag blue. - Water began flowing yesterday and is expected to be fully filled in the coming days. - Pathways are being cleaned and restored as finishing touches are applied. President Trump is thrilled with the results, calling it a long-overdue upgrade to one of America’s most iconic landmarks. While a few critics tried to block the project, the renovations are complete and already drawing big crowds. Beautiful upgrade for Washington D.C. Making America’s monuments great again!
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Gunther Eagleman™

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We are 10 years into Trump Derangement Syndrome, and CNN has finally found its final boss: pool algae?! Sending reporters to take water samples of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is a level of mental illness only the mainstream media could achieve.
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We are 10 years into Trump Derangement Syndrome, and CNN has finally found its final boss: pool algae?! Sending reporters to take water samples of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is a level of mental illness only the mainstream media could achieve.

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573,670 views • 29 days ago

"Team Algae" weirdos arrived at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool carrying an LGBT flag and started complaining about the renovation. The pool is now crystal clear and beautiful after the work was done, yet they still found a reason to protest. These are the same people who used to defend the old algae-filled version. Now they’re mad it actually looks nice. Completely useless members of society.
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"Team Algae" weirdos arrived at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool carrying an LGBT flag and started complaining about the renovation. The pool is now crystal clear and beautiful after the work was done, yet they still found a reason to protest. These are the same people who used to defend the old algae-filled version. Now they’re mad it actually looks nice. Completely useless members of society.

Kim "Katie" USA

13,510 views • 22 days ago

Renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, a high priority for President Trump, was completed last week, but the water has already turned green with algae and paint is beginning to peel. Jonathan Karl reports. Read more:
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Renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, a high priority for President Trump, was completed last week, but the water has already turned green with algae and paint is beginning to peel. Jonathan Karl reports. Read more:

ABC News

547,657 views • 29 days ago

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is set to undergo more repairs just days ahead of America's 250th anniversary, according to President Trump. Trump has repeatedly claimed, without evidence, that vandals caused the algae blooms and peeling paint that have plagued the pool since its renovation. Stephanie Sy reports.
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The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is set to undergo more repairs just days ahead of America's 250th anniversary, according to President Trump. Trump has repeatedly claimed, without evidence, that vandals caused the algae blooms and peeling paint that have plagued the pool since its renovation. Stephanie Sy reports.

PBS News

16,899 views • 26 days ago

🚨 TRUMP JUST POSTED THIS AND TORCHED THE FAKE NEWS. Barack Obama blew $34 MILLION, more than double on a 2 year renovation of the Lincoln Reflecting Pool. Less than 30 days after reopening? It was a disgusting, overflowing algae and filth swamp. Trump’s fix… Only $13 million to seal it, make it crisp American flag blue, and actually keep it clean.
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🚨 TRUMP JUST POSTED THIS AND TORCHED THE FAKE NEWS. Barack Obama blew $34 MILLION, more than double on a 2 year renovation of the Lincoln Reflecting Pool. Less than 30 days after reopening? It was a disgusting, overflowing algae and filth swamp. Trump’s fix… Only $13 million to seal it, make it crisp American flag blue, and actually keep it clean.

Gunther Eagleman™

512,306 views • 2 months ago