Controversy over George Washington Statue in Chicago City Hall

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson expressed desire to remove George Washington statue from City Hall, but the plan is now on hold. Former Mayor Lori Lightfoot had included George Washington in plans to tear down 'problematic' statuary. Alderman claims removal plan was a 'snafu' from previous administration.

Discovery of Artifact from George Washington's Dining Marquee

An artifact from George Washington's dining marquee was found in a museum after being bought on Goodwill's auction site.

Bill Maher criticizes attacks on Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito over 'Appeal to Heaven' flag

Bill Maher criticizes attacks on Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito over 'Appeal to Heaven' flag, argues that the flag has historical significance beyond recent events

Anti-Israel Protesters Vandalize George Washington Statue

Anti-Israel protesters vandalized a statue of George Washington on the George Washington University campus in Washington, DC, draping it with a Palestinian flag and writing 'Genocidal Warmongering University' on the base of the statue. Flowers and signs were also placed around the statue.

Discovery of 18th-century bottles at George Washington's Mount Vernon estate

Rare George Washington letter up for auction as archaeologists discover well-preserved 18th-century bottles filled with cherries at Mount Vernon estate in Virginia.