What Trump's Reflecting Pool renovation project and the Iran war have in common

Donald Trump has blamed “vandalism” for “real problems” at Washington’s reflecting pool after an algae bloom in the wake of a $14.2m renovation of the site he declared would turn it “American flag” blue. Paint has also been seen peeling off in the water. He also made claims that vandals had been arrested.Trump’s DC makeover frenzy bewilders locals and visitors: ‘It’s like we’re under occupation’Read moreDays after his administration claimed the pool was actually “crystal clear”, despite an unmistakably green hue, the US president acknowledged issues – and, without evidence, blamed foul play.“We’ve cleaned, renovated, and beautified over 45 Monuments and Memorials, 28 Statues, and 22 Fountains in Washington, DC,” Trump wrote in a lengthy post on his Truth Social platform on Friday night. “However, we’ve had some real problems with Vandalism at the beautiful Reflecting Pool, which sits between The Washington Monument and The Lincoln Memorial.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/deep-insight--6597619/support.Don't miss our episode. Follow us for update newsday for you, smart netizen.