Trump Admits Contractor Error on Reflecting Pool Renovation
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The Story
President Trump stated on social media that some contractor error contributed to problems with the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool renovation. He attributed the rushed job to a July 4th opening. Trump also reiterated claims that former Olympian David Hearn vandalized the landmark. Hearn's lawyers are seeking documents related to the case, which was dismissed last week.
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What they agree on
- President Trump acknowledged "contractor error" in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool renovation.
- Trump stated the renovation project was rushed.
- Trump reiterated claims that former Olympian David Hearn vandalized the Reflecting Pool.
- David Hearn was arrested for alleged vandalism of the Reflecting Pool.
Where they split
- Some outlets emphasize Trump's admission of contractor error, while others focus on his renewed claims of vandalism against David Hearn.
- The New York Sun links the Reflecting Pool issue to James Comey's "86 47" post and Jeanine Pirro's prosecution of Hearn.
- The Washington Post reports on Trump nominating a loyalist to an office that would oversee Reflecting Pool reviews.
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