Trump on plans for "really beautiful" resurfacing of Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
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Last updated: April 26, 2026
President Trump announced plans to renovate the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The proposed renovation involves replacing the existing stone lining with a "swimming pool-style surface" colored "American flag blue."
- The President's remarks, made in the Oval Office on Thursday, detailed this specific aesthetic change. This proposed alteration to the historic landmark focuses on the visual appearance of the Reflecting Pool's base. The intention is to give the pool a distinctively colored, smooth surface reminiscent of a swimming pool. The chosen color, "American flag blue," signifies a patriotic theme for the renovation. No other aspects of the Reflecting Pool's functionality or historical significance were elaborated upon in the provided statement. The focus remains solely on the material and color of the pool's lining.
