President Trump Faces Criticism Over Misleading Social Media Post on Reflecting Pool Renovation
President Trump recently shared a post on Truth Social claiming that thousands of people were enjoying the newly repainted Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The post included a photo that contradicted his statement, showing the pool deserted. The renovation, part of the America 250 celebrations, involved painting the pool's floor 'American flag blue.' Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick praised the project, but the photo shared did not support the claim of public enjoyment. The renovation, initially estimated by Trump to cost $2 million, has reportedly involved $14 million in contracts. This project is one of several renovations Trump has announced in Washington, D.C., during his second term, including a $400 million White House ballroom and a proposed 'Arc De Trump.'