National Mall Grass Vandalized with ’86 47’ Stains
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- Large stains spelling out "86 47" were found vandalizing the grass on the National Mall between the Washington Monument and the World War II Memorial.
- The term "86" is slang for dismissing or eliminating, and "47" refers to President Trump, the 45th and 47th president, suggesting a possible threat.
- The discoloration was visible from a camera atop the Washington Monument and appeared days before President Trump’s 80th birthday and a nearby UFC event he is hosting.
- The U.S. Park Police are investigating the incident, which was reported on the west lawn of the Washington Monument around 11:30 a.m. on Thursday.