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June 18, 2026
Federal Appeals Court Allows Removal of Slavery Exhibit in Philadelphia
- A federal appeals court overturned a lower court's ruling that blocked the removal of a slavery exhibit in Independence National Historical Park.
- The National Park Service had removed the exhibit under an executive order from President Trump targeting what he termed a 'revisionist movement.'
- The court ruled that the removal did not constitute an 'agency action' subject to legal review, allowing the administration to proceed with its plans.
3 Sources
- Philadelphia Cannot Force Mention of Slavery at Historic Home, Court RulesJun 18, 2026 at 5:44 PM · NYT
- Federal appeals court rules Interior can remove, replace Philadelphia slavery exhibitsJun 18, 2026 at 6:42 PM · The Hill
- Trump administration may alter slavery exhibit at Philadelphia site, court saysJun 18, 2026 at 8:09 PM · Reuters