Interior Secretary Doug Burgum stated on July 5, 2026, that the algae in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has been removed following a $14.6 million renovation. He noted that the presence of algae was temporary during the refilling process of the pool.
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Burgum announces removal of algae from Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum confirmed that the algae in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has been eliminated after a recent renovation. The algae was present temporarily while the pool was being refilled.
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Burgum announces removal of algae from Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool