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Patrols and nanobubbles continue at the Reflecting Pool as Trump looks for a renovation do-over
By Nathan Ellgren And Bill Barrow, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
National Guard service members and U.S. Park Police were patrolling the deck around the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on Monday, as Donald Trump's administration faces a self-imposed deadline to fix a botched renovation and cleaning efforts ahead of the nation's 250th anniversary celebration. ...
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Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The situation at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has implications for Terrell Hills residents who value public safety and maintenance. As a community that takes pride in its own public spaces, the botched renovation and subsequent damage to the pool's coating may raise questions about the effectiveness of large-scale projects. The use of chemicals and ozone nanobubbles to combat algae is a notable approach, and it will be interesting to see if similar methods could be applied to local water features in Terrell Hills. Furthermore, the involvement of National Guard members and U.S. Park Police in patrolling the area highlights the importance of adequate security measures in public spaces, a concern that is also relevant to Terrell Hills' own community events and gatherings. As the situation unfolds, Terrell Hills residents may want to pay attention to how the renovation is ultimately resolved and what lessons can be applied to local projects.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? National Guard service members and U.S. Park Police were patrolling the deck around the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on Monday, as Donald Trump's administration faces a self-imposed deadline to fix a botched renovation and cleaning efforts ahead of the nation's 250th anniversary celebration. ...
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