Lincoln Memorial Pool Under Heavy Security

Raleigh News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 27, 2026 · 1m

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, once a relaxed summer hangout and winter ice rink, is now under heavy security after President Trump blamed “vandals” for damaging its liner — despite no proof. Since a June incident where someone allegedly slashed the new liner, National Guard and Park Police have ramped up patrols, arrested a man for touching peeling paint, installed fencing (claimed for the Fourth of July), and added surveillance towers and nanobubblers. What was once a chill, unofficially tolerated spot is now a heavily monitored zone — a stark contrast to its laid-back past. Support…