Donald Trump says "We are on their trail!" as officials pursue vandalism at WWII memorial

After the National World War II Memorial in Washington was defaced Thursday—fountain filled with soapy water and spray paint left around—federal authorities announced a woman's arrest. U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said Melissa L. Farris faces two felony charges for damaging the veterans memorial and federal property, carrying up to ten years in prison. President Trump responded on Truth Social, saying investigators were pursuing those responsible and questioning where they could have come from. He tied the episode to earlier damage at the nearby Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, which he had blamed on vandals; those charges were dismissed after Pirro concluded faulty workmanship caused the deterioration. Trump criticized that decision. Park Police continue investigating.