What Color Is the Reflecting Pool? An Investigation.
President Trump wanted an American-flag-blue Reflecting Pool. Instead, he got a swamp.
TL;DR
- The Reflecting Pool on the National Mall turned a swampy green, disappointing tourists.
- A $16.4 million renovation included a nanobubbling system to kill algae.
- Algae bloomed due to hot weather and dark blue materials, turning the pool green.
- Cleanup efforts involved hydrogen peroxide, vacuums, and workers in waders.
- Experts state the green color was predictable and not a conspiracy.
- Some conservative media suggested sabotage to undermine President Trump.
- The situation highlights a larger congressional fight over algal bloom research funding.