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June 22, 2026
Trump Expands Lawsuit Threat Against ABC Over Reflecting Pool Coverage
- President Trump threatens to sue ABC News for alleged false reporting on the costs of repairing the Reflecting Pool, claiming previous administrations spent over $100 million on it without evidence.
- He alleges a '350-foot slit' was cut in the pool, but investigations have found no proof of intentional damage.
- Five individuals have been arrested in connection with the vandalism investigation, including former Olympian David Hearn, who denies the accusations.
- ABC's reported costs for the renovation have exceeded $16 million, raising concerns about the no-bid contract process.
10 Sources
- Trump claims ‘vandals’ foiled his $14m bid to revamp DC’s reflecting pool. What actually happened?Jun 22, 2026 at 4:02 PM · The Guardian
- Dead duckling found in Reflecting PoolJun 22, 2026 at 5:19 PM · The Hill
- Interior: 5 arrested for vandalism in connection with Lincoln Memorial Reflecting PoolJun 22, 2026 at 6:52 PM · The Hill
- Tim Walz’s jab at Trump over Reflecting Pool draws fraud scandal backlash: 'Sit this one out'Jun 22, 2026 at 7:47 PM · Fox News
- Olympian charged in Reflecting Pool vandalism tied to Dem fundraising giantJun 22, 2026 at 8:18 PM · Fox News
- Trump Administration Steps Up Law Enforcement Presence at Reflecting PoolJun 22, 2026 at 11:30 PM · WSJ
- Trump doubles down on Reflecting Pool vandalism claims without providing evidenceJun 22, 2026 at 11:53 PM · ABC News
- Trump says proof of his allegations that vandals cut Reflecting Pool paint will be provided in courtJun 23, 2026 at 12:20 AM · CBS News
- Trump claims he will sue ABC over Reflecting Pool renovations report: ‘I like their money’Jun 23, 2026 at 1:49 AM · Independent
- 'I like their money': Trump threatens lawsuits against ABC for reporting on Reflecting PoolJun 23, 2026 at 2:54 AM · CNBC