{"id":2617356,"date":"2026-06-22T14:30:01","date_gmt":"2026-06-22T18:30:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/law-enforcement-patrol-reflecting-pool-after-trump-claims-vandalism\/"},"modified":"2026-06-22T14:32:40","modified_gmt":"2026-06-22T18:32:40","slug":"law-enforcement-patrol-reflecting-pool-after-trump-claims-vandalism","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/law-enforcement-patrol-reflecting-pool-after-trump-claims-vandalism\/","title":{"rendered":"Law enforcement patrol Reflecting Pool after Trump claims vandalism"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"float:left\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">18<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Flaw-enforcement-patrol-reflecting-pool-after-trump-claims-vandalism%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2617356&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><p>An <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/democrat-jamaal-bowman-pushes-defunding-police-after-requesting-special-police-protection-at-his-home\/\" title=\"Democrat Jamaal Bowman Pushes Defunding ... After Requesting Special ... Protection At His Home\">increased police presence<\/a> has been observed at the lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool following reports of vandalism amid ongoing repairs. President Donald Trump highlighted a significant 300-foot \u201cgash\u201d in the pool\u2019s liner, which work crews began repairing by draining the water, while also addressing algae blooms he attributed to chemical additions. Trump emphasized strict penalties for vandalism, warning of potential ten-year prison sentences, though the administration has not confirmed the cause of the damage. <\/p>\n<p>Several individuals have been arrested or cited for vandalism-related activities, and some have claimed that damage was due to existing paint detachment rather than malicious acts. The pool&#8217;s renovation, intended for the nation\u2019s 250th anniversary, included repainting it \u201cAmerican Flag Blue,\u201d but it quickly turned green with algae, and sections of paint peeled off, fueling speculation about tampering.<\/p>\n<p>Security agencies,including the U.S. Park Police, Homeland Security Investigations, and National Guard, were stationed around the site, with some officers assisting with the event. A former Olympian, David Hearn, was arrested, claiming he was only touching loose paint. U.S. officials threatened to prosecute those disrupting or damaging the pool further. authorities are investigating the damage, which has become a focal point of controversy during a significant patriotic celebration.  <\/p>\n<p class=\"readmore\">\n    <button onclick=\"showReadMore()\" id=\"readmorebtn\">Read more&#8230;<\/button>\n<\/p>\n<hr id=\"line\">\n<span id=\"more\"><\/p>\n<article class=\"fn-body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An increased number of <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/tag\/police-and-law-enforcement\/\" type=\"post_tag\" id=\"401\">law enforcement<\/a> officers have been seen patrolling the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool after President <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/tag\/donald-trump\/\" type=\"post_tag\" id=\"4\">Donald Trump<\/a> alleged vandals caused extensive damage to the recently renovated landmark.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/uc-berkeley-extends-dorm-lockdown-bans-solitary-outdoor-exercise-for-students\/\" title=\"UC Berkeley Extends Dorm Lockdown; Bans Solitary Outdoor Exercise For Students\">increased security presence<\/a> comes as <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3YuVZYV\" >work crews started draining<\/a> the pool on Monday to repair what Trump called a 300-foot \u201cgash\u201d in the pool\u2019s liner, as well as address algae blooms the president claimed were the result of chemicals being added to the water.<\/p>\n<section class=\"explore-more-section\" id=\"wex-recommended-widget\">\n<div class=\"magazine-container single\">\n<h1 class=\"magazine-title mt-2\">Recommended Stories<\/h1>\n<p>             <i class=\"fa-solid fa-play icon\"><\/i>         <\/div>\n<div class=\"explore-grid\">\n<div class=\"explore-card\">                         <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/news\/crime\/4617598\/chicago-suv-shooting-crowd-police\/?itm_source=parsely-api\">                             <\/p>\n<div class=\"explore-thumb-wrap\">                                                                                                                                  <\/div>\n<h3>At least 12 shot after SUV pulls up and opens fire on a crowd, Chicago police say<\/h3>\n<p>                         <\/a>                     <\/div>\n<div class=\"explore-card\">                         <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/news\/white-house\/4613973\/mexican-illegal-immigrant-daca-ringleader-white-house-ufc-terrorism-plot\/?itm_source=parsely-api\">                             <\/p>\n<div class=\"explore-thumb-wrap\">                                                                                                                                  <\/div>\n<h3>Mexican illegal immigrant on DACA identified as \u2018ringleader\u2019 in White House UFC terrorism plot<\/h3>\n<p>                         <\/a>                     <\/div>\n<div class=\"explore-card\">                         <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/news\/crime\/4613708\/ohio-festival-shooting-suspects-arrested\/?itm_source=parsely-api\">                             <\/p>\n<div class=\"explore-thumb-wrap\">                                                                                                                                  <\/div>\n<h3>Both suspects in Ohio festival shooting that injured 12 in custody, police say<\/h3>\n<p>                         <\/a>                     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">National Guard monitor the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Photograph by Graeme Jennings\/Washington Examiner<\/p>\n<p>&#8221; data-large-file=&#8221;https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2026\/06\/localimages\/IMG_4614.jpg?w=696&#8243; &#8220;https:><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">National Guard monitors the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Photograph by Graeme Jennings\/Washington Examiner<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Trump offered a reminder to anyone considering vandalizing the pool that \u201cthere is a 10 year prison sentence for the destruction, or even the attempted destruction, of such things \u2013 Which will be fully enforced!\u201d The administration has not provided proof that vandalism caused the damage. National Park Service crews dumped gallons of hydrogen peroxide into the pool last week in an effort to kill the algae.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wex-inarticle-ad wex-inarticle-ad-art-dsk-inart-1\">\n<div class=\"wex-ad-wrap\" style=\"min-height:5px;\"><span class=\"wex-ad-label\" style=\"display:none;\">Advertisement<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"div-gpt-ad-3182201-15\" data-wex-ad=\"art-dsk-inart-1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"article-paywall\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A spokesperson for the United States <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/tag\/secret-service\/\" type=\"post_tag\" id=\"1478\">Secret Service<\/a> said the agency did not have personnel in the area, but officers from the <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/tag\/u-s-park-police\/\" type=\"post_tag\" id=\"16457\">U.S. Park Police<\/a>, Homeland Security Investigations, a branch within Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/tag\/national-guard\/\" type=\"post_tag\" id=\"1956\">National Guard<\/a> members were photographed near the pool. Officers from the Oklahoma City Police Department, who were deputized to assist local police in <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/tag\/america-250\/\" type=\"post_tag\" id=\"20120\">America 250<\/a> celebrations, were also seen in the area.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">Oklahoma City Police Department officers, deputized to assist with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/president-trump-pledges-orderly-transition-of-power\/\" title=\"President Trump pledges orderly transition of power\">local law enforcement<\/a> for events around the 250th anniversary of the U.S., patrol near the area where sections of blue coating have peeled up in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, Saturday, June 20, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo\/Mark Schiefelbein)<\/p>\n<p>&#8221; data-large-file=&#8221;https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2026\/06\/localimages\/AP26171631726374.jpg?w=696&#8243; height=&#8221;683&#8243; width=&#8221;1024&#8243; &#8220;https:><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Oklahoma City Police Department officers, deputized to assist with local law enforcement for events around the 250th anniversary of the U.S., patrol near the area where sections of blue coating have peeled up in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, Saturday, June 20, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo\/Mark Schiefelbein)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/tag\/jeanine-pirro\/\">Jeanine Pirro<\/a>, the U.S. attorney for the <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/tag\/washington-dc\/\">District of Columbia<\/a>, has promised \u201cserious charges\u201d against any individuals who promote algae growth in the Reflecting Pool, and said they will be prosecuted to the \u201cfullest extent.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Five individuals have been arrested on vandalism charges, and another five people were issued citations, according to an Interior Department spokesperson. There are additional police reports related to vandalism.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wex-inarticle-ad wex-inarticle-ad-art-dsk-inart-2\">\n<div class=\"wex-ad-wrap\" style=\"min-height:5px;\"><span class=\"wex-ad-label\" style=\"display:none;\">Advertisement<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"div-gpt-ad-3182201-16\" data-wex-ad=\"art-dsk-inart-2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">Members of federal law enforcement walk along the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Sunday, June 21, 2026, on the National Mall in Washington. (AP Photo\/Jon Elswick<\/p>\n<p>&#8221; data-large-file=&#8221;https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2026\/06\/localimages\/AP26173469376661.jpg?w=696&#8243; height=&#8221;683&#8243; width=&#8221;1024&#8243; &#8220;https:><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Members of federal law enforcement walk along the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Sunday, June 21, 2026, on the National Mall in Washington. (AP Photo\/Jon Elswick<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A former Olympian, David Hearn, was arrested by U.S. Park Police over the weekend on a charge of destruction of government property, but he has claimed he was only feeling the paint that had already been detached from the pool\u2019s surface. Another man was arrested Monday for disorderly conduct, according to Park Police.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Reflecting Pool has become a flashpoint after the Trump administration completed a multimillion-dollar restoration project aimed at improving the appearance of monuments and public spaces around the district before the nation\u2019s 250th anniversary.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">U.S. Park Police arrest someone at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Photography by Graeme Jennings\/Washington Examiner<\/p>\n<p>&#8221; data-large-file=&#8221;https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2026\/06\/localimages\/IMG_4616.jpg?w=696&#8243; &#8220;https:><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">U.S. Park Police arrest someone at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Photography by Graeme Jennings\/Washington Examiner<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The renovation, including repainting the Reflecting Pool \u201cAmerican Flag Blue,\u201d but within days, the water had turned bright green from algae blooms, and sections of paint were seen floating after peeling off the surface.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wex-inarticle-ad wex-inarticle-ad-art-dsk-inart-3\">\n<div class=\"wex-ad-wrap\" style=\"min-height:5px;\"><span class=\"wex-ad-label\" style=\"display:none;\">Advertisement<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"div-gpt-ad-3182201-17\" data-wex-ad=\"art-dsk-inart-3\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/news\/white-house\/4618526\/trump-300-foot-gash-reflecting-pool-taken-care-of\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/news\/white-house\/4618526\/trump-300-foot-gash-reflecting-pool-taken-care-of\/\">TRUMP SAYS 300-FOOT GASH IN REFLECTING POOL IS BEING \u2018TAKEN CARE OF\u2019<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Trump has attributed at least some of the problems to vandalism rather than construction or maintenance issues, and Pirro has also suggested tampering, saying anyone seen pouring chemicals into the water will be charged.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <em>Washington Examiner<\/em> reached out to the Park Police, the National Guard, and the DHS for comment.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wex-inarticle-ad wex-inarticle-ad-art-dsk-inart-4\">\n<div class=\"wex-ad-wrap\" style=\"min-height:5px;\"><span class=\"wex-ad-label\" style=\"display:none;\">Advertisement<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"div-gpt-ad-3182201-25\" data-wex-ad=\"art-dsk-inart-4\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>More officers patrol Lincoln Memorial Pool after Trump blames vandalism<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4130,"featured_media":2617357,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/AP26173469175456-e1782151942223.jpg?w=696","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[33651],"tags":[51050,78950,3634],"class_list":["post-2617356","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-the-western-journal","tag-law-enforcement-2","tag-reflecting-pool","tag-trump"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/AP26173469175456-e1782151942223.jpg?w=696","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2617356","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4130"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2617356"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2617356\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2617360,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2617356\/revisions\/2617360"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2617357"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2617356"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2617356"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2617356"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}