President Donald Trump has acknowledged that Washington, DC’s iconic Reflecting Pool is experiencing “real problems” following its $14.2 million renovation, alleging, without providing evidence, that vandalism and chemical damage are responsible for the issues. The president also referred to “86 47” being etched into a nearby stretch of grass before claiming the newly renovated pool had been deliberately damaged. (Getty Images via AFP) The remarks come just days after the administration defended the condition of the pool despite reports of an algae bloom and peeling blue paint emerging shortly after the refurbishment was completed. In a lengthy Truth Social post on Friday, Trump highlighted his administration’s work restoring landmarks across the US capital before turning to the Reflecting Pool. “We’ve cleaned, renovated, and beautified over 45 Monuments and Memorials, 28 Statues, and 22 Fountains in Washington, DC,” Trump wrote. He went on to acknowledge difficulties at the site, stating, “We’ve had some real problems with Vandalism at the beautiful Reflecting Pool, which sits between The Washington Monument and The Lincoln Memorial.” The president also referred …