Renovation issues have arisen with the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The pool has been experiencing problems with algae, a issue that has been present since its construction in the 1920s. A recent renovation attempt has not solved the problem.

The project's cost has exceeded initial projections, with over $14 million spent. Additionally, the blue paint used on the bottom of the pool is peeling, causing chunks to float to the surface. Further details on the situation are available from local sources, including a critical blog post from Mary Trump, the president's lesbian niece, who has spoken out about the issue.