President Donald Trump announced that six individuals have been arrested for damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, which has become a contentious site amid his administration's $14 million rehabilitation project. In a social media post, Trump alleged that there was a "350 foot gash" in the paint, although he provided no supporting evidence for this claim.

The Trump administration has decided not to seek new bids for the repair of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, as stated by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum. This announcement comes amid ongoing scrutiny regarding the project and the use of taxpayer funds. Burgum, echoing President Trump, expressed confidence that vandalism was responsible for the damage to the historic site.

Former President Donald Trump announced that repairs to the algae-affected Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C. will commence immediately. This decision follows a multi-million dollar renovation that has left the landmark with issues such as peeling paint and algae growth. Trump attributed some of the damage to vandalism.

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi defended the budget allocation for renovations at State House, stating that the building has been neglected for years. He addressed criticism regarding the spending by emphasizing the broader responsibilities of the presidency and the need to restore key government facilities. Mbadi noted that parts of State House are deteriorating, with leaks that he deemed embarrassing for a nation that frequently hosts international dignitaries.

A White House report has labeled the leadership of the Smithsonian Institution, particularly at the National Museum of American History, as radical activists who are untrustworthy. This report, released by the White House Domestic Policy Council on Independence Day, suggests that President Donald Trump may be planning to replace the current leadership with his own team.

President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet with Republican senators at the Capitol on Wednesday, amid growing frustration among them regarding his attempts to shift their legislative agenda. This marks Trump's first attendance at a closed-door Senate GOP luncheon in over a year, where he has been advocating for a proof-of-citizenship voting bill.