Published on

24/06/2026 - 13:08 GMT+2

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool debacle has become an unwelcome distraction for Donald Trump, and his latest move has sparked online critism - with several reactions going viral.

Trump’s $14 million project to resurface the 2,000-foot pool in Washington D.C., which was supposed to make the water appear an “American flag blue” for the US’ 250th birthday, has not gone to plan.

Instead of turning a vibrant blue, the pool turned green with algae blooming in the water within a matter of days after work was completed.