Confederate statue torn down during anti-racism protests reinstalled in Washington
Published: 10/28/2025

Confederate statue torn down during anti-racism protests reinstalled in Washington under orders from President Trump. General Albert Pike's controversial statue has been a source of debate for years. The National Park Service announced the statue's restoration following Trump's executive order, sparking criticism from local officials. Democratic Delegate Holmes Norton opposes the restoration, advocating for the removal of Confederate monuments.



