‘Auramaxxing’: How the Trump administration is beautifying DC ahead of America 250

Published June 8, 2026 8:42am ET | Updated June 9, 2026 3:52pm ET



For the real estate-minded President Donald Trump, improving the aesthetic appeal of Washington has been a priority since his first administration.

But as the Trump administration barrels toward hosting America 250 celebrations in the capital city, it has put the beautification projects into overdrive, repairing over 20 fountains, repainting the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, and refurbishing around 30 statues and monuments throughout the District of Columbia.

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