Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Turns Green After Trump-Era Repainting
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington D.C. has turned a "swampy green" due to algae proliferation, just days after the completion of a repainting project. This initiative, part of former President Donald Trump’s beauty projects for the city, intended to make the pool appear blue, akin to a segment of the US flag. The unexpected color change has drawn attention from visitors.
A repainting project for the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, initiated during President Donald Trump's administration, aimed to give the water a blue hue, designed to evoke a color found in the US flag.
However, shortly after the project's completion, algae has significantly proliferated within the pool, transforming its appearance to a "swampy green." This development occurred mere days after the works concluded.
Farrah Lu, a 43-year-old tourist from China, observed the change, commenting on the visible algae. The repainting was part of broader efforts during Trump's presidency to make his mark on Washington D.C.'s aesthetics.
According to the South China Morning Post, the natural elements have altered the intended outcome of the beautification effort.
