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A Reflecting Pool that has long enticed visitors now gains police scrutiny under Trump
By Steven Sloan, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 27, 2026
· 2 min read
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is many things.Murky. Peaceful. Stinky. The backdrop for protests, vigils, celebrations and stunning sunrise photos. Beset by gnats and algae. Scenery for a run. A key part of the capital's carefully designed monumental core. The location of an iconic scene in...
Key takeaway A key part of the capital's carefully designed monumental core.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The increased police presence at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool may seem like a distant concern for Terrell Hills residents, but it has implications for our own community's approach to public safety and community engagement. As a city that values its own public spaces and community events, Terrell Hills can learn from the Reflecting Pool's history of being a hub for both celebration and protest. The fact that the pool has long been a space where people feel comfortable expressing themselves, whether through peaceful vigils or impromptu skating, suggests that our own public spaces should strive to balance accessibility with safety. As we consider how to manage our own community events and public gatherings, the Reflecting Pool's transformation into a heavily surveilled area raises questions about the appropriate role of law enforcement in maintaining public order.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is many things.Murky. Peaceful. Stinky. The backdrop for protests, vigils, celebrations and stunning sunrise photos. Beset by gnats and algae. Scenery for a run. A key part of the capital's carefully designed monumental core. The location of an iconic scene in...
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