Donald J.Trump shares photo of Lincoln Memorial rubber surface before alleged vandalism

posted an image showing an intact hard rubber surface near the Lincoln Memorial, claiming vandals later cut and pulled the material apart.

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WHITE HOUSE — Donald J.Trump shared a photo of what he called a hard rubber surface near the Lincoln Memorial, claiming vandals destroyed it, on a Truth Social post on June 24, 2026 at 10:18 AM EST.

Here is the full post (see truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump): “This is the hard rubber surface — No Paint — Before the Vandals cut and pulled it apart!”

The post included a photograph taken at ground level near the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. The image shows a large, intact dark blue-gray rubber surface stretching across the foreground, with construction barriers, black fencing, and plastic sheeting visible behind it. The Lincoln Memorial stands in the background under partly cloudy skies, with visitors on its steps.

Trump emphasized the material was rubber and not paint, suggesting a dispute over the nature of the surface. His use of a capitalized “Vandals” pointed to unnamed individuals he accused of cutting and pulling the material apart. The photo appeared to serve as before-evidence documenting the surface in undamaged condition prior to the alleged destruction.

The post did not identify the specific individuals Trump referred to as vandals, nor did it explain the purpose of the rubber surface installation. Construction barriers visible in the image suggest the area was part of an ongoing renovation or installation project near the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The broader context of the alleged vandalism remains unclear (see washingtonpost.com).

What specific incident Trump referenced, who he considered responsible, and whether any law enforcement investigation has been opened are questions the post left unanswered.

Trump has posted about crime-related topics 22 times in 654 Truth Social posts over the last 30 days, making it a recurring but relatively small share of his overall social media activity.