Drained reflecting pool reveals Trump’s ‘American flag blue’ liner is now closer to gray

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool's protective liner, installed as part of Donald Trump's spring renovation project in a color he called 'American flag blue,' has faded noticeably since the pool was refilled in early June. An Associated Press reporter and photographer confirmed the discoloration, noting the liner now appears grayer than its original shade. The renovation effort stretched past its Fourth of July completion target, with work crews clearing debris from the newly drained pool.

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