Politics Jun 23 Was the Reflecting Pool vandalized? Experts cast doubt on Trump's claims By Maria Ramirez Uribe
Politics Jun 22 Watch Plagued by algae and peeling paint, Reflecting Pool set to undergo more repairs The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is set to undergo more repairs, just days ahead of America’s 250th anniversary. That’s according to Trump, who has repeatedly claimed without evidence that vandals caused the algae blooms and peeling paint that have plagued… By Stephanie Sy, Jonah Anderson, Leila Jackson
Politics Jun 04 Trump says Reflecting Pool work is done and it's set to be filled with water President Donald Trump has put the cost of the work on the pool at $1.5 million to $2 million, but records show at least $14.8 million worth of contracts has been awarded for the project. By Associated Press
Politics May 08 Trump drives across Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool to inspect blue coating he's adding President Donald Trump on Thursday went on an unannounced trip to the Lincoln Memorial to see the Reflecting Pool after he had it coated in a color he calls “American flag blue.”… By Darlene Superville, Associated Press
Politics Apr 10 See planned images for Trump's Washington triumphal arch It includes a towering winged figure with a Lady Liberty-like torch and crown, flanked by two eagles and guarded by four lions — all gilded. By Associated Press
Jan 20 WATCH: Biden speaks at the Lincoln Memorial on inauguration night By Associated Press Host Tom Hanks introduced the 90-minute special airing across several networks on Wednesday night in place of the usual official inaugural balls. Continue reading
Jul 04 In July 4 speech, Trump says U.S. 'stronger than it ever was before' By Associated Press He recited a litany of American accomplishments over its history, including the moon landing 50 years ago. And he promised, "Very soon, we will plant the American flag on Mars."… Continue reading
Jul 02 Trump promises tanks and 'biggest ever fireworks' on July 4 By Darlene Superville, Associated Press White House and administration officials have tried to calm concerns about the president's plans by stressing that he plans to deliver a patriotic speech at the Lincoln Memorial. Continue reading
Jan 19 Elementary school students lend their small voices to King's big dream By Jordan Vesey In honor of Martin Luther King Jr., students from Washington, D.C.'s Watkins Elementary gathered Friday to celebrate what has become an annual tradition. Each year the fifth grade students study and reenact the "I have a Dream" speech the late… Continue reading
Apr 09 Watch Marian Anderson's inspiring performance in the face of intolerance echoes 75 years later By PBS News Hour Continue watching