Trump Alleges Vandalism at National Mall Reflecting Pool

Trump Alleges Vandalism at National Mall Reflecting Pool

Trump claims the material at The Reflecting Pool was cut with a knife or box cutter, calling the damage an act of vandalism visible to all.

Richard Miniter
First Published: August 1, 2026, 9:03 AM ET

Donald J. Trump alleged an act of vandalism at The Reflecting Pool on the National Mall in Washington, saying material there was cut with a blade.