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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Josh Marcus

Trump makes unusual visit to Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

  • President Donald Trump visited the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on Thursday to inspect the progress of a renovation project he initiated.
  • The president had previously ordered the resurfacing of the iconic landmark with an "American flag blue" industrial-grade finish.
  • Accompanied by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin, Trump drove his motorcade through the empty pool.
  • During the visit, Trump spoke with the Oklahoma-based painting crew, highlighting his electoral success in their state.
  • White House communications advisor Margo Martin stated the visit was to observe the project's advancement and meet the team.

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