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Philadelphia sues US government for removal of slavery-related exhibit

Philadelphia has filed a lawsuit against the U. S. government following the removal of a slavery-related exhibit at Independence National Historical Park, which was located at the President's House site where George Washington once lived. Critics have accused the Trump administration of attempting to 'whitewash history' through this action.

Philadelphia sues US government for removal of slavery-related exhibit

Credit: Theguardian

Key Highlights

  • Philadelphia's lawsuit targets the U. S. Department of Interior and Secretary Doug Burgum.
  • The exhibit provided information about enslaved individuals held by George Washington.
  • Critics assert the removal is part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to revise historical narratives.
  • The National Park Service's decision came after an executive order aimed at changing how history is presented in museums and parks.
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  1. Philadelphia sues over removal of slavery exhibit
  2. Philadelphia sues US government for removal of slavery-related exhibit

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