In Pictures: Trump Touts Algae Biofuel at Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Ahead of Midterms

Environmental groups are questioning whether the algae display is a serious policy push or election-season messaging.

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The Reflecting Pool's algae blooms, long treated as a maintenance nuisance, have been recast as a symbol of renewable fuel potential.

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Trump advisers say microalgae could yield fuel at scale without competing with food crops for farmland.

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Scientists caution that algae biofuel production still faces steep cost hurdles before large-scale commercialization.

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Supporters argue the technology offers a domestic energy source that reduces reliance on imported oil.

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Critics note that the same algae now being promoted is regularly cleared from the pool as part of routine upkeep.

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The backdrop of the Lincoln Memorial gave the announcement a patriotic staging ahead of the midterm elections.

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Industry representatives were invited to demonstrate algae cultivation techniques during the event.

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With control of Congress at stake, the White House is betting energy innovation will resonate with voters.

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