US: Reflecting Pool Drained Again as Trump Repeats Vandalism Claims.

Washington, United States - July 14, 2026 The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool sat completely drained on Tuesday, July 14. Contract workers draped black mesh onto the surrounding fences to block visitors' view of the pool. President Donald Trump said Monday that it was drained so crews could repair damage caused by "vandals" earlier this month. RESTRICTIONS AND USAGE TERMS: Please credit “@aeltkid via Spectee”. [NOTE: 2 clips] Video Location: Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, Washington, D.C., US Video Recording Date/Time: July 14, 2026 at about 09:30h