Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool renovation draws criticism after algae turns water green
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Joshua Sammons
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The article covers public and reader reactions to the $14 million renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, which turned green due to an algal bloom shortly after being refilled. The renovation was part of President Trump's beautification efforts aimed at giving the pool a deeper "American flag blue" appearance. The mishap has sparked criticism, mockery, and debate among Newsweek readers about the handling of the project and comparisons to earlier renovation efforts.
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The algal bloom has prompted criticism and mockery online
Newsweek readers debate the green pool, the handling of the algal bloom and how the renovation compares with earlier efforts.
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