NewsNBC Miami PoliticsJune 16, 2026United States
Reflecting Pool Turns Green Despite $10 Million Renovation
The Reflecting Pool on the National Mall has turned green due to algae growth shortly after a $10 million renovation project aimed at giving the water an 'American flag blue' appearance. The Trump administration maintains that the pool is being properly managed with advanced technology, while critics point to the project's high costs and legal challenges.
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The project, which cost approximately $10 million and faced legal pushback, is part of a broader series of D.C. beautification efforts leading up to the nation's 250th anniversary.
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organizationInterior Department“Managing the renovation and maintenance of the Reflecting Pool.”personBarack Obama“Former President criticized by the current administration regarding pool mainten”organizationCultural Landscape Foundation“Sued the administration to block the pool renovation.”personDoug Burgum“Defended the project's bidding process and joked about being the 'pool guy'.”personJoe Biden“Former President criticized by the current administration regarding pool mainten”personAlexander Kristofcak“Attorney for the Cultural Landscape Foundation.”personEvan Bush“Contributor to the report.”organizationNational Park Service“Responsible for the maintenance and cleaning of the pool.”personDonald Trump“Initiated and touted the Reflecting Pool renovation project.”