Trump says multiple people have been arrested for allegedly vandalizing Reflecting Pool

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Multiple people arrested by U.S. Park Police for allegedly vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
President Trump stated the arrests were for serious crimes involving destruction of national monuments and vowed harsh penalties.
The pool had recently turned green due to algae and its new surface, chosen by the president, was damaged.
One individual arrested, David Hearn, stated he was a curious citizen examining the pool's surface and was detained by authorities.
Hearn is seeking legal help and has a court date next month.
Trump had previously alleged vandalism to the pool's grass and interior surface.
The Reflecting Pool has a history of issues including leaks, algae, and faulty plumbing.
President Trump initiated efforts to address the pool's condition in April.
Hydrogen peroxide was used to treat the algae, and the president claimed the algae was largely gone.
Trump suggested similar chemicals used on the National Mall, which bore discolored grass with numbers '86 47', may have been used in the pool.
The numbers '86 47' are being investigated as a potential threat to Mr. Trump.

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