CNN panel erupts over Trump's $13M Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool renovation after DOGE-era cuts
A CNN panel debated the $13 million renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, questioning its alignment with federal spending priorities. Host Abby Phillips criticized the cost, referencing recent cuts during the DOGE-era. Columnist Lydia Moynihan defended the project, arguing it enhances the capital's beauty and safety.
- ▪The renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has sparked debate over federal spending priorities.
- ▪Host Abby Phillips questioned the justification for the $13 million cost amid recent federal employee cuts.
- ▪Columnist Lydia Moynihan defended the renovation, comparing it to previous expenditures by former President Barack Obama.
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Media CNN panel erupts over Trump's $13M Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool renovation after DOGE-era cuts Panelists debated whether the $13M Reflecting Pool renovation clashes with DOGE's cost-cutting message By Max Bacall Fox News Published May 31, 2026 2:21pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Trump’s Reflecting Pool price tag makes waves on CNN panel A panel debate over the cost of Trump’s Reflecting Pool renovation on CNN’s Table for Five, turning into a broader fight over federal spending and taxpayer priorities.
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