Who blamed vandals for the peeling?

President Donald Trump blamed vandals

What did a Washington Post analysis find?

The analysis found that the peeling tracks closely with the stages of the renovation process

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Reflecting Pool peeling probably caused by application flaws, experts say

First publishedJul 16, 14:17 UTC

Last updatedJul 17, 11:25 UTC · 2m ago

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The Reflecting Pool in Washington D.C. is peeling, and experts say it is probably caused by application flaws. The renovation process is the likely cause. The peeling tracks closely with the stages of the renovation.

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The Reflecting Pool in Washington D.C. is peeling. Experts think it is because of problems with the renovation process. The peeling matches the stages of the renovation.

Why it matters

This matters because the Reflecting Pool is a famous landmark in Washington D.C. and its condition affects the city's image.

In brief

What is the Reflecting Pool?: The Reflecting Pool is a famous landmark in Washington D.C.
Who blamed vandals for the peeling?: President Donald Trump blamed vandals
What did a Washington Post analysis find?: The analysis found that the peeling tracks closely with the stages of the renovation process

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The outlets frame the story as a disagreement between President Trump and experts. The Washington Post analysis supports the experts' view.

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President Trump blamed vandals, but experts disagree
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Washington Post NationalJul 16, 14:17contrasting Trump's view with experts
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The peeling matches the stages of the renovation process
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Washington Post NationalJul 16, 14:17supporting experts' view with data

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