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Contract Awarded for Renovation of D.C. Reflecting Pool
A company associated with Trump received a contract for renovations in Washington, D.C. The project involves changing the color of the reflecting pool. (sources: independent, theguardian, ap, nytimes, nbcnews)
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ModernAction Briefing
Trump awarded a $6.9 million no-bid contract to a company he has previously employed for work at his golf course. The contract is for the restoration of the reflecting pool in front of the Lincoln Memorial.
- The contract was awarded under an exemption for 'urgent' situations.
- The project aims to change the color of the 2,000-foot-long reflecting pool.
- The company awarded the contract has ties to Trump.
Why it matters
The awarding of the contract raises questions about procurement processes and the use of public funds.
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Top coverage · 5 sources
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