Pro-algae activists rally to save Trump’s Reflecting Pool slime after vandals allegedly destroy the lining

After a $16 million renovation, the Reflecting Pool near the Lincoln Memorial has seen its new paint peel and algae flourish, leading to claims of vandalism by President Trump. Activists are rallying to protect the algae, viewing it as a natural, even beneficial, part of the ecosystem. This situation highlights a growing debate about preserving natural elements versus maintaining pristine appearances in national monuments. The arrests of alleged vandals underscore the seriousness of damaging such historic sites, raising questions about the balance between preservation and public intervention.