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Trump says he 'disagrees 100%' with U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro over Reflecting Pool case

Fox News·8/1/2026, 7:44:05 PM
Trump says he 'disagrees 100%' with U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro over Reflecting Pool case

Trump publicly broke with U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro on Truth Social, calling Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool damage a case of "VANDALISM."

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President Trump BLASTS top prosecutor's decision on Lincoln Memorial vandalism, igniting a fierce debate over justice and intent!

VANDALISM OR ACCIDENT? TRUMP DEFIES PROSECUTOR

President Trump is not holding back! He’s flat-out rejecting U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro's conclusion that the damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was NOT intentional vandalism. Trump insists it was a "pure case of VANDALISM" and questioned Pirro's judgment, proclaiming his 100% disagreement on Truth Social.

This dramatic clash comes after Pirro's office moved to dismiss the felony case against Olympian David Hearn, who was accused of damaging the landmark. But Trump isn't buying the official story, pointing to the defaced grass bearing the politically charged numbers "86 47" as undeniable proof of malicious intent.

PROSECUTOR CAVES AMID SHOCKING REVELATIONS

Just days ago, Pirro's team asked a judge to toss the charges against Hearn. Why the sudden turn? Newly revealed reports from the Department of the Interior expose massive flaws in the Reflecting Pool's renovation project. The protective lining was apparently peeling just days after installation, raising serious questions about who or what is truly to blame.

Pirro's office stated it's "difficult to attribute the widespread damage... to vandalism" given this new evidence. They claim they were blindsided by the extent of the contractor's failures, suggesting the project was rushed and poorly executed, leading to the very damage Hearn was accused of causing.

CONTRACTOR CHAOS OR CALCULATED ATTACK?

Trump acknowledges there were "contractor difficulties," but he remains adamant: "the major damage was caused by VANDALS!" His supporters echo this sentiment, seeing the defaced grass as a direct, politically motivated message aimed at the President.

The $14 million no-bid contract for the pool's lining is now under intense scrutiny. Reports indicate problems surfaced almost immediately after installation, with an engineer flagging concerns about the peeling lining just two days after completion. Despite these warnings, the project pushed forward, adding pressure to finish before the July Fourth celebrations.

FAITH LENS

We are called to seek truth and justice, but also to be discerning. While the desire to hold those accountable for defacing national monuments is strong, we must also examine all the facts. This situation reminds us that earthly justice systems can be flawed and influenced by many factors. We must pray for wisdom for our leaders and for the truth to be fully revealed, understanding that ultimate justice rests with our Heavenly Father.

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