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Washington Examinerpolitics45 min ago
Reflecting Pool Shows Algae and Peeling Paint After Renovation
The 2,030-foot pool between the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument has developed bright green algae and sections of peeling blue paint. Officials reported 14 police reports and ten arrests or citations tied to vandalism.
Washington Examinerpolitics12 hrs ago
District Attorney Says Vandals of Reflecting Pool Face Charges
Washington, D.C., District Attorney Jeanine Pirro said individuals who damage the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool will face prosecution. The remarks came as workers address algae growth and liner damage at the site.
Fox Newspolitics1 day ago
Multiple Arrests Made at Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool After Vandalism Reports
U.S. Park Police detained at least eight people over two days for incidents at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. A $14.8 million restoration project finished weeks earlier.
Fortunefinance1 day ago
Democratic candidate wins D.C. mayoral primary
The Democratic Socialist of America member defeated her opponents and is positioned to win November’s general election in the heavily Democratic city.
The Guardianpolitics1 day ago
White House orders multiple construction projects across Washington DC
The White House has directed several renovation and construction projects in central Washington DC. Work includes demolition of the East Wing, restoration of the reflecting pool, and fountain repairs ahead of the country's 250th anniversary.
yahoo.comscience4 days ago
Aerial Photo Shows Reflecting Pool, South Lawn, and Mall Covering After Recent Events
An aerial photo taken June 16 shows ongoing work at three Washington landmarks. The U.S. Park Police opened an investigation into a message written on a National Mall covering.
Fox Newspolitics2 days agoUpdated
Democratic Primary Winner for Washington D.C. Mayor Faces Limited General-Election Opposition
The 38-year-old D.C. Council member secured the nomination on Thursday and is expected to face limited opposition in November. She would become the city’s first new mayor in twelve years.
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Fox Newspolitics3 days agoUpdated
Democratic Socialist Wins D.C. Mayoral Primary as Rival Concedes
The leading challenger conceded Tuesday after ranked-choice voting gave the 38-year-old democratic socialist a decisive lead in the Democratic primary for mayor of Washington, D.C. The outcome sets up a likely general-election contest with a Republican nominee and places the inco…
politics5 days ago
D.C. Council Member Robert White Jr. Wins Democratic Primary for Delegate to Congress
Robert White Jr. won the Democratic primary for Washington, D.C.’s nonvoting delegate to Congress on Tuesday. The result sets up a generational change for the position in November’s general election.
Nbc Newspolitics3 days agoUpdated
Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Reopens After Renovation, Algae Cleanup Begins
The National Park Service began vacuuming algae from the pool on June 16 after chlorophyll levels hit a two-year high. President Trump has posted plans to host a July 4 rally at the site.
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upi.compolitics5 days ago
House Oversight Committee Opens Review of D.C. Tax-Lien Sales to Investors
The panel is examining whether the District’s practice of selling tax liens to third-party investors violates a 2023 Supreme Court ruling on foreclosure equity.
upi.compolitics5 days ago
Eleanor Holmes Norton, 89, Will Not Seek 19th Term as D.C. Delegate
The longtime nonvoting delegate steps aside ahead of Tuesday’s Democratic primary. Two former staffers are among the candidates seeking to replace her.
Newsweekpolitics6 days ago
D.C. Council Member Leads Democratic Primary for Washington Mayor
Janeese Lewis George holds an 80-84 percent chance of winning Tuesday's Democratic primary for Washington, D.C., mayor according to prediction markets. A victory would position her to face President Donald Trump over local governance issues.
Washington Examinerpolitics6 days ago
Rodeo to Run Daily on National Mall During State Fair
Freedom 250 announced a daily rodeo on the National Mall from June 25 to July 10, 2026. The event is part of the Great American State Fair marking the country's 250th anniversary.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics6 days ago
DC Mayor Primary Candidates Address Trump Comments on Federal Control
Washington, DC, councilmember Janeese Lewis George and former councilmember Kenyan McDuffie are the leading candidates in Tuesday's Democratic primary for mayor. President Trump said Thursday he would not accept a Lewis George victory and might place the city under federal author…
Los Angeles Timessports8 days ago
UFC Event Draws Fans to White House Grounds for Weekend Fights
Thousands of mixed martial arts fans traveled to Washington for a series of UFC bouts scheduled outside the White House. The events coincide with the nation's 250th anniversary and the president's 80th birthday.
foxbusiness.compolitics8 days ago
Trump Administration Advances Multiple Construction Projects in Washington
Several federal construction and renovation projects are underway in Washington under the current administration. Legal challenges have been filed against some of the changes.
brobible.compolitics8 days ago
Proposed GWOT Memorial Design Draws Congressional Criticism
Lawmakers objected to an abstract design for a planned memorial honoring service members who served after the September 11 attacks. The design was unveiled Wednesday by the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation.
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politics8 days ago
Trump Displays Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Renovation Rendering in Oval Office
The $14.8 million project, completed this week, sealed and painted the pool bottom American flag blue. It forms part of broader changes to federal buildings and monuments during President Trump's second term.
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Court Clears Path for Removal of Trump Name From Kennedy Center
A federal judge and appeals court rejected last-minute requests to keep President Trump's name on the Kennedy Center, leaving the institution with hours to comply with a Friday deadline. Workers erected scaffolding outside the building but had not begun removal by 7 p.m.
nbcnews.compolitics4 days ago
Trump Says Federal Government Could Assume Control of Washington if Progressive Wins Mayoral Primary
President Donald Trump said the federal government might assume direct control of Washington, D.C., if a progressive candidate wins the June 16 Democratic mayoral primary. The comment came days before voters choose a successor to outgoing Mayor Muriel Bowser.
theblaze.compolitics9 days ago
Vandals Etch '86 47' Into National Mall Grass Near Reflecting Pool
U.S. Park Police and other responders investigated large numerals etched into grass on the National Mall on June 11. The markings were visible mainly from above and prompted statements from Interior Department officials.
globalresearch.capolitics10 days ago
Global War on Terrorism Memorial Design Unveiled on National Mall, Draws Bipartisan Congressional Criticism
A classically inspired amphitheater by Japanese architect Kengo Kuma was presented this week. The plan incorporates reclaimed steel, 9/11 artifacts, and a reflecting pool on the National Mall.
nypost.comworld10 days ago
Markings reading '86 47' found on National Mall grass
Faint numbers appeared on the west lawn of the Washington Monument on Thursday. Federal authorities responded and collected grass samples for testing.
ABC Newspolitics10 days ago
Trump proposes triumphal arch between Lincoln Memorial and Arlington Cemetery; design review continues for 250th anniversary
The five-level structure would reach 250 feet including a gold-winged figure and two eagles. Construction is planned over two to three years with year-round work in two daily 10-hour shifts.
reviewjournal.comsports4 days ago
UFC Event on White House Lawn Designated Highest Security Tier Alongside Super Bowl
The June 14 fight on the White House South Lawn will draw 4,000 invited guests inside and a ticketed public viewing on the Ellipse. The Secret Service said screening will match levels used for the Super Bowl.
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wornandwound.comworld10 days ago
Faint Markings Reading '8647' Appear on Washington Monument Lawn, Investigation Underway
Faint tracings appeared Thursday on the west lawn of the Washington Monument. U.S. Park Police collected grass samples and opened an investigation.
ABC Newspolitics10 days ago
UFC Freedom 250 at White House set for Super Bowl-level security
The June 14 event on the South Lawn has been classified as a Special Event Assessment Review 1, matching security standards used for the Super Bowl and other major events. Fans on the Ellipse will need tickets and pass TSA-style screening.
Washington Examinerpolitics11 days ago
IndyCar race in Washington receives 288,000 ticket requests for 100,000 free seats
Penske Corporation reported 288,000 requests for 100,000 free tickets to the Aug. 22-23 Freedom 250 Grand Prix. Organizers will select recipients and expect more than 120,000 attendees each day.
politics12 days ago
Washington, D.C. Schedules Multiple Events for U.S. 250th Anniversary
Washington, D.C. will host a series of public events from June through August 2026 to mark the country's semiquincentennial. The schedule includes a UFC event, July 4 concerts and parades, a state fair, an IndyCar race, and World Cup watch parties.
Washington Examinerpolitics13 days ago
Officers Convicted in 2020 Fatal Police Pursuit Sue U.S. for Malicious Prosecution After Trump Pardons
Two former Metropolitan Police Department officers filed a civil lawsuit Monday seeking damages for malicious prosecution after their convictions were vacated following presidential pardons.
Washington Examinerpolitics13 days ago
Exhibit of 3.5 Million Epstein Documents, Including Trump Overlap Timeline, Opens in D.C.
A temporary reading room at 737 7th Street NW will display DOJ files on Jeffrey Epstein from June 9 to June 12. The 12,000-square-foot space includes a timeline of Epstein’s documented meetings with President Trump.
upi.compolitics12 days ago
Judge Rules Only Congress May Change Kennedy Center Statutory Name
The performing arts venue acted days before a June 12 internal deadline. A federal judge had ruled only Congress can change the center’s name.
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politics14 days ago
Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Refilled as D.C. Historic Fountains Reopen
National Park Service crews started filling the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on Thursday. The work completes a citywide effort that reopened nine historic fountains ahead of America’s 250th anniversary.
dailycaller.compolitics14 days ago
Over 1,000 Catholics Hold Eucharistic Procession Through D.C. Squares Near White House Under Theme 'One Nation Under God'
The fourth annual procession, part of the 2026 National Eucharistic Pilgrimage, passed through Lafayette Square on June 6.
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Washington Examinerpolitics15 days ago
Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool renovations completed after refilling begins
Crews began refilling the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on Thursday following weeks of work. Officials described the $6.9 million project as finished and noted plans for additional improvements at the site.
catholicnewsagency.comworld15 days ago
Washington archbishop removes priest as exorcist after UFO comments
The Catholic archbishop of Washington, D.C., removed a priest from his role as exorcist after public statements linking UFO sightings to demons. The archdiocese also ended its relationship with a nonprofit led by the priest.
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ABC Newspolitics17 days agoUpdated
Promenade to Connect Lincoln Memorial to Potomac River
President Trump announced the project during a June 4 Oval Office event. The promenade is the latest in a series of changes to Washington infrastructure ahead of the nation's 250th anniversary.
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Abc Newspolitics17 days ago
Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Renovation Completed, Filling Set for Sunday
President Donald Trump said the renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is finished. The administration reported in a court filing that the basin will be filled with water no later than Sunday.
Newsweekpolitics17 days ago
Washington Archdiocese Removes Priest From Exorcist Role After UFO Remarks
A Catholic priest in Washington, D.C., was removed from his exorcist duties after a May 29 video linked most UFO sightings to demonic activity. The archbishop acted on June 3 and ended ties with the priest's ministry center.
nbcnews.comworld17 days ago
National Guard Deployment in D.C. Cut Property Crime 24% but Had No Effect on Violent Crime, Study Finds
A Niskanen Center study released June 4, 2026, found the Guard's presence since August 2025 reduced opportunistic crimes while having no measurable effect on violent offenses. The deployment, currently at 2,800 troops, is scheduled to expand to 5,000 this summer at a daily cost o…
pbs.orgpolitics18 days ago
Trump Displays Chart Comparing Renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool to Major U.S. Skyscrapers
President Trump showed reporters a chart in the Oval Office comparing the length of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool to the Empire State Building, One World Trade Center, and Sears Tower during an unscheduled executive order signing.
politics20 days ago
Washington D.C. Public Spaces Show Measurable Improvements Under Current Administration
Federal and city data indicate reduced visible disorder and increased maintenance activity across multiple downtown parks and plazas. Officials released statistics comparing current conditions to prior periods.
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nypost.comworld20 days ago
Lincoln Memorial Undercroft to Open as 50,000-Square-Foot Museum in June 2026
A 50,000-square-foot space beneath the Lincoln Memorial will open to visitors this month after a $69 million renovation. The project includes exhibits on the memorial’s construction and its role in civil rights history.
motherjones.compolitics21 days ago
Interior secretary dismisses calls to name donors for 250th anniversary concert series
The interior secretary said the planned concert series marking the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence is nonpartisan. Several artists withdrew after organizers described the event as apolitical.
japantimes.co.jpfinance23 days ago
Several Performers Withdraw From Freedom 250 Concerts in Washington
Multiple entertainers canceled appearances at a series of concerts planned for the National Mall after learning details about the events. The concerts are scheduled for late June and early July.
Washington Examinerpolitics23 days ago
Federal Agency Sells Liberty Loan Building in Washington
The General Services Administration sold an underused federal property in Southwest Washington, D.C. Officials said the transaction will reduce deferred maintenance and operating costs.
rollingstone.comworld24 days ago
Two Artists Withdraw From Freedom 250 Concert Lineup
Morris Day and Young MC said they will not perform at the Great American State Fair after the initial lineup was released. Organizers describe the event as nonpartisan.
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abcnews.go.compolitics24 days ago
Trump Administration Reopens Restored Columbus Circle in Washington
The Trump administration announced the restoration and reopening of Columbus Circle outside Union Station. Work included cleaning the monument, repairing grass, and restarting the fountain that had been off since 2007.
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reviewjournal.comsports26 days ago
National Spelling Bee Moves to Constitution Hall in Washington
The Scripps National Spelling Bee relocated this year from a suburban Maryland convention center to Constitution Hall. Spellers and families noted both the venue's historic setting and added logistical challenges.
theyeshivaworld.comworld27 days ago
Memorial Day parade draws thousands to Washington for 250th anniversary events
Thousands gathered in the nation's capital Monday for the annual Memorial Day parade, the first of multiple official celebrations marking America's 250th anniversary this summer. High school bands and veterans from several wars marched along Constitution Avenue Northwest under cl…
dailykos.compolitics28 days ago
Man Shot Near White House After Approaching Security Perimeter
A 21-year-old man was shot near the White House after approaching security personnel. The individual had prior contacts with the Secret Service involving similar behavior.
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deadline.comworld4 days ago
Mary McCormack Steps In for Joe Mantegna at National Memorial Day Concert
Mary McCormack will co-host the 37th annual National Memorial Day Concert on PBS after Joe Mantegna withdrew for personal reasons. Gary Sinise remains the other host. The live broadcast airs Sunday from the U.S. Capitol.
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Fox Newsworld28 days ago
World War II Veteran Addresses Crowd at National Memorial
A 97-year-old veteran spoke at the National World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C., during Memorial Day weekend. His remarks focused on military service and the number of Americans who served and died in the war.
foxnews.compolitics30 days ago
Workers Paint Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Basin Blue
Crews have drained the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and are applying blue paint to the concrete basin. The work is part of ongoing changes to federal properties in Washington, D.C.
ksl.compolitics4 days ago
Federal Arts Commission Approves Design for 250-Foot Arch in Washington
The U.S. Commission of Fine Arts approved revised plans Thursday for a granite arch near Arlington Memorial Bridge. The project is part of federal efforts to mark the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence.
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The Independentpolitics4 days ago
Federal Agency to Review Updated Plans for Proposed Washington Arch
The U.S. Commission of Fine Arts will consider revised designs for a 250-foot arch planned for a traffic circle between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery. The review follows the agency's April approval of the concept after it suggested changes.
Washington Examinerpolitics4 days ago
D.C. Officials to Charge Parents for Juvenile Delinquency Under Existing Law
U.S. Attorney for D.C. Jeanine Pirro announced that parents will face criminal charges under statute 22-811 for contributing to the delinquency of a minor. The policy targets cases involving vehicle thefts, robberies, and teen takeovers that have increased in Washington, D.C.
news.google.comworld32 days ago
F-16 Jets Escort Civilian Plane Out of Restricted Airspace Over Washington D.C.
F-16 fighter jets intercepted a civilian aircraft that entered the Washington D.C. Metropolitan Area Special Flight Rules Area on Tuesday morning. North American Aerospace Defense Command said the plane was escorted from the zone without further incident.
androidheadlines.comworld33 days ago
Developer Releases Free App Tracking Happy Hours in D.C. Area
A Washington-area resident created a free mobile app called Boozy that maps more than 700 happy hour deals across the District and nearby suburbs. The app shows active specials on an interactive map and allows users to filter by food or drink items.