Reflecting Pool Damage Could Be Intentional; UN Wants Global Tax

Reflecting Pool Damage Could Be Intentional; UN Wants Global Tax

June 23, 2026 · 1h 1m · Episode 1418

About this episode

The episode discusses potential intentional damage to the reflecting pool on the National Mall and the UN's consideration of a global tax amid a funding crisis.

President Donald Trump recently pushed for a renovation of the reflecting pool on the National Mall. Soon after, news stories criticized the move, noting algae bloom and peeling paint. But now officials say the damage could have been caused by intentional vandalism. In other news, the United Nations is facing a funding crisis, and some agencies are now weighing new methods to pay their bills, including with a global tax. We’ll discuss these topics and others in this episode of Crossroads. Views expressed in this video are opinions of the host and the guest, and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times.

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