Fact Check: Is there evidence of a 350-foot gash in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool?

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Claimant: Donald Trump (R)

Claim: There is a “350-foot gash” in the Reflecting Pool.

Rating: NO EVIDENCE

Explanation: Reports and court filings support that some sealant was cut or damaged, but publicly available evidence does not establish that there was a 350-foot gash in the Reflecting Pool.

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Date: 06/29/2026

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Last Updated on June 29, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check

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