On June 22, 2026, onlookers discovered a dead duckling in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. This incident has raised concerns regarding the water conditions in the recently renovated site. Photos showing the duckling floating alongside green algae were shared online shortly after the completion of over $13 million in repairs by the Trump administration.
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Dead duckling discovered in Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
A dead duckling was found in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on June 22, 2026, raising concerns about water quality. The discovery followed a $13 million renovation of the site, with photos of the incident circulating online.
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