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Trump administration can replace slavery exhibit in Philadelphia, appeals court rules
Yahoo • • nation
Key Points:
- A federal appeals court ruled that the Trump administration can replace the slavery exhibit at the President's House in Philadelphia, overturning a previous injunction to restore the removed panels.
- The Third Circuit Court of Appeals found that the lower court lacked jurisdiction over the claims brought by the city of Philadelphia against the Interior Department and National Park Service (NPS).
- The NPS removed the outdoor memorial honoring nine enslaved Africans held by George Washington at the site in January, partially restoring it in February following a district court order, but not all materials were returned.
- In April, NPS proposed new panels with expanded historical context highlighting significant events at the President's House and Independence National Historical Park, as noted by the appeals court.
- The story is ongoing, with ABC News seeking comments from Philadelphia officials and the Interior Department.
