On July 4 eve, Reflecting Pool holds a cloudy mirror to a polarized America

As I approach the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, the barrier to an up-close view of its now-infamous, algae-infested water is readily apparent. A chain-link fence lines the pool’s perimeter, with eight National Guardsmen clustered near one corner. On the fence, a sign conveys an alarming message: “Danger: Explosives.” That’s in anticipation of the July 4 … Read more

Mamdani’s suited pool plunge overshadowed by political clash with GOP gubernatorial candidate

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani took a bizarre plunge into an East Harlem public pool fully dressed in a business suit to kick off summer Saturday, but the spectacle was quickly overshadowed by a fiery clash with a top New York Republican. Video captured the mayor … Read more

A Reflecting Pool that has long enticed visitors now gains police scrutiny under Trump

WASHINGTON — The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is many things. Murky. Peaceful. Stinky. The backdrop for protests, vigils, celebrations and stunning sunrise photos. Beset by gnats and algae. Scenery for a run. A key part of the capital’s carefully designed monumental core. The location of an iconic scene in “Forrest Gump.” One thing it’s generally … Read more

White House condemns ‘targeted sabotage’ of reflecting pool as repairs pushed past July 4 celebration

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A court document released by the White House revealed that the National Park Service (NPS) plans to drain the reflecting pool again after Independence Day to conduct repairs after it was allegedly vandalized. In the document, which was filed in federal court on Thursday, NPS Deputy Director … Read more

‘I lost my daughter’: Parenting influencer says his 2-year-old drowned in swimming pool

A parenting influencer in Georgia announced this week that his daughter drowned in a swimming pool. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. Jamal Morton, 33, shared images on social media of his 2-year-old daughter, Sadé Rose, along with a heartfelt message remembering her as “the … Read more

Reflecting Pool liner was cut with knife or razor, National Park Service official says in court filing

Washington — A top official with the National Park Service said in a court filing Thursday that the agency reported damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool caused by a sharp knife over two weeks ago.  Frank Lands, deputy director for operations for the National Park Service, said the park service reported the damage on … Read more

‘Deranged’ vandals fuel Mall sabotage trend, from blood writing to Reflecting Pool damage

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! FIRST ON FOX: Vandals have targeted the National Mall with multiple separate “8647” markings, a blood-written message on the Washington Monument and damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, prompting federal officials to warn of a growing trend.  “Unfortunately, this summer has seen a significant increase in … Read more

Lawmakers demand answers as turmoil over Reflecting Pool repair continues

WASHINGTON — Congressional Democrats called for investigations Wednesday into renovations at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, as the ongoing drama over the president’s problem-plagued, $16 million rehabilitation project continued to roil the capital. Lawmakers in the House and Senate demanded answers about the saga that’s been highlighted in the news cycle for weeks, even as … Read more