Trump Threatens to Sue ABC Over Reflecting Pool Report
President Trump threatened to sue ABC News over a report on the cost of repairing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
June 23, 2026
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Source: cnbc.com
President Donald Trump has threatened to sue ABC News over its reporting on the cost of repairing damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C. The president accused the network of misrepresenting the expenses incurred.
In a statement, Trump said the network had not reported the costs accurately and that he would take legal action. The White House did not provide specific figures or details about the alleged inaccuracies.
ABC News has not commented on the threat. The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is a historic site managed by the National Park Service, and repairs have been ongoing.
β Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Trump threatening to sue ABC News?
Trump claims ABC News misreported the cost of repairing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
Has ABC News responded to the threat?
As of now, ABC News has not commented on the president's threat.
What is the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool?
It is a historic reflecting pool on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., managed by the National Park Service.
