Trump Says Reflecting Pool Renovations Are ‘Ahead Of Schedule’ After Report Suggests Delay
President Trump announced that renovations on the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool are ahead of schedule, despite a report suggesting potential delays. The goal is to complete the project before the Fourth of July, coinciding with the U.S. 250th anniversary celebrations. The renovations are expected to cost at least $13.1 million, significantly higher than initial estimates.
- ▪Trump stated the renovations are ahead of schedule and aim to be completed before July 4.
- ▪The project includes fixing leaks and repaving the pool's floor with a blue color.
- ▪The renovations are projected to cost at least $13.1 million, much more than the initial estimate of $1.8 million.
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BreakingBusinessTrump Says Reflecting Pool Renovations Are ‘Ahead Of Schedule’ After Report Suggests DelayByAntonio Pequeño IV,Forbes Staff. Pequeño is a breaking news reporter who covers tech and more.Follow AuthorMay 16, 2026, 04:46pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.ToplineRenovations on the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington are ahead of schedule, President Donald Trump said in a Truth Social post Saturday, after a New York Times report citing government documents said the project may not be completed by a deadline set for this month.Trump said his administration's "goal" is to have the Reflecting Pool renovations complete before July 4.Photo by Kent NISHIMURA / AFP via Getty ImagesKey…
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