Trump Makes Final In-Person Campaign Appearance at Reflecting Pool

President Donald Trump made the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool the focus of his final in-person campaign appearance before Election Day, announcing its reopening while making a closing appeal for Republicans. Democrats also spent the final day campaigning, as both parties sought support ahead of the midterm vote on Tuesday, November 3. Trump spoke at the Washington landmark on Monday, November 2. His remarks covered the pool’s renovation and his administration’s record, along with criticism of Democratic candidates. He joked about naming the pool after himself and displayed images related to the renovation. After speaking, he stood as music played and held up a poster showing the pool before the work. Trump said vandalism caused the pool’s blue surface to peel. The Justice Department had dropped a case against former Olympian David Hearn after determining he was not responsible for damaging the pool, according to the reported account. The available reporting does not independently establish who caused the damage. The pool had developed algae blooms, and its blue liner began peeling and floating up in pieces. Trump had promoted the project in public remarks and on social...