Rainbow Crosswalks in Florida Face Removal and Legal Challenges

A rainbow crosswalk at the Pulse Memorial in Orlando, Florida, honoring the victims of the 2016 mass shooting, was painted over by the state overnight, prompting criticism from local officials and survivors who see it as a desecration and a political act against LGBTQ symbols. The removal follows a federal directive emphasizing roadway safety and discouraging rainbow crosswalks, which are often seen as symbols of LGBTQ pride.