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politics2 years ago

"Federal Judge Approves Removal of Confederate Memorial at Arlington Cemetery"

The process to remove a century-old Confederate memorial at Arlington National Cemetery has resumed after a federal judge lifted a temporary injunction. The group Defend Arlington had filed a lawsuit seeking to halt the removal, but the judge ruled that their allegations were unfounded. The monument's removal is part of a national effort to remove or rename Confederate monuments and memorials. The movement has faced pushback from some Republican lawmakers. The removal process is expected to be completed by the end of the week, with surrounding graves and headstones being carefully protected during the process.

via USA TODAY|
#arlington-national-cemetery#confederate-memorial#lawsuit
politics2 years ago

"Judge Allows Removal of Confederate Memorial in Arlington Cemetery"

A federal judge in Alexandria, Virginia, has allowed the Arlington National Cemetery to proceed with the removal of a century-old Confederate memorial after initially blocking the removal due to concerns of grave desecration. The judge toured the site and found no evidence of desecration, leading to the lifting of the injunction. The memorial, recommended for removal by an independent commission, features controversial depictions of enslaved individuals. A group called Defend Arlington has filed lawsuits to keep the memorial in place, arguing that its removal undermines reconciliation efforts. Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin has arranged for the memorial to be relocated to a historical park owned by the Virginia Military Institute.

via NPR|
#arlington-national-cemetery#confederate-memorial#federal-judge
politics2 years ago

"Federal Judge Approves Removal of Confederate Memorial at Arlington Cemetery"

A federal judge in Virginia has reversed his earlier decision and allowed the Arlington National Cemetery to proceed with the removal of a century-old Confederate memorial. The judge had initially issued a temporary injunction after receiving reports of gravesites being disturbed during the removal process. However, after personally inspecting the site, he determined that the allegations of grave desecration were unfounded. The cemetery officials, who are required by law to complete the removal by the end of the year, will now resume the process while ensuring the protection of surrounding graves and headstones. The memorial, which features controversial depictions of enslaved individuals, has faced legal challenges from heritage groups arguing for its preservation as a symbol of reconciliation. Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin has arranged for the memorial to be relocated to a historical park owned by the Virginia Military Institute.

via NBC News|
#arlington-national-cemetery#confederate-memorial#legal-battle
politics2 years ago

Judge Allows Removal of Confederate Memorial at Arlington Cemetery

A federal judge has reversed his earlier decision and allowed the Arlington National Cemetery to proceed with the removal of a century-old Confederate memorial. The judge stated that allegations of grave desecration were unfounded and inaccurate. The memorial, recommended for removal by an independent commission, features controversial depictions of enslaved individuals. A group called Defend Arlington has filed multiple lawsuits to keep the memorial in place, arguing that its removal undermines reconciliation efforts. The judge questioned the group's claims of promoting reconciliation and criticized their failure to disclose a previous legal defeat. Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin has arranged for the memorial to be relocated to a historical park.

via POLITICO|
#arlington-national-cemetery#confederate-memorial#grave-desecration
us2 years ago

Judge Clears the Way for Removal of Confederate Memorial at Arlington Cemetery

A federal judge has ruled that the removal of a Confederate memorial from Arlington National Cemetery can proceed, overturning a temporary restraining order that had halted the plan. The memorial, criticized for its sanitized depiction of slavery, is part of a broader effort to remove Confederate symbols from military facilities. The judge found that claims of nearby graves being at risk of damage were "misinformed or misleading." The monument, funded by the United Daughters of the Confederacy, features a woman representing the American South standing atop a 32-foot pedestal, surrounded by Confederate soldiers and enslaved Black people.

via The New York Times|
#arlington-national-cemetery#confederate-memorial#defend-arlington
politics2 years ago

Judge's Decision Allows Removal of Confederate Memorial at Arlington Cemetery

A U.S. District Judge has lifted an injunction blocking the removal of a century-old Confederate memorial at Arlington National Cemetery. The judge toured the site and found no desecration of graves, allowing the Army to resume the removal. An independent commission recommended the memorial's removal last year. The statue, which depicts racially insensitive figures, was built to promote reconciliation between the North and South, but the judge questioned this notion. Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin has arranged for the memorial to be moved to land owned by the Virginia Military Institute.

via NBC4 Washington|
#arlington-national-cemetery#confederate-memorial#judge-rossie-alston
politics2 years ago

"Gov accuses Trump campaign of misleading ads, Cardin breaks silence on Senate scandal and more top headlines" - A Recap of Recent Political Controversies

Republican Gov. Kim Reynolds of Iowa accuses Donald Trump's campaign of airing a misleading ad after endorsing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis for the GOP presidential nomination. Sen. Cardin breaks his silence on a staffer allegedly fired over a Senate hearing room sex tape. A new poll reveals America's least favorite leader in Congress. The Army halts the Confederate memorial takedown after a judge intervenes. Democrats face criticism for their past support of a signature Biden bill as seniors struggle with rising prescription drug costs.

via Fox News|
#confederate-memorial#iowa-governor#politics
politics2 years ago

"Judge Temporarily Blocks Removal of Confederate Memorial from Arlington Cemetery"

A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order preventing the removal of a Confederate memorial at Arlington National Cemetery. The order came in response to a lawsuit filed by a group called Defend Arlington, which accused the Army of violating regulations in seeking to remove the memorial. The judge stated that the work at the memorial involves the disturbance of gravesites and warned of potential sanctions if the representations made to the court were untrue or exaggerated. The cemetery had previously stated that the removal was required by Congress and that it was complying with environmental and historic-preservation regulations. A hearing on the matter has been scheduled for Wednesday.

via CBS News|
#arlington-national-cemetery#confederate-memorial#historic-preservation
politics2 years ago

Judge Clears the Way for Removal of Confederate Memorial at Arlington Cemetery

A federal judge has ruled that the removal of a Confederate memorial at Arlington National Cemetery can proceed, overturning a temporary restraining order issued the day before. The lawsuit, filed by a group called Defend Arlington, accused the Army of violating regulations in seeking a hasty removal of the memorial. The judge stated that the court's role was not to resolve the debate surrounding the memorial but to decide on relevant case law and administrative direction. The removal process will now resume immediately, with the cemetery ensuring the protection of surrounding graves and headstones.

via CBS News|
#arlington-national-cemetery#confederate-memorial#lawsuit
politics2 years ago

US Judge Blocks Removal of Confederate Memorial at Arlington Cemetery

A federal judge has ordered a temporary halt to the removal of a Confederate monument at Arlington National Cemetery, shortly after U.S. Army crews began dismantling the statue as required by Congress. The monument, which has been criticized for romanticizing slavery and perpetuating the myth of the Confederacy, overlooks Confederate graves in the cemetery. A group called Defense Arlington filed a lawsuit, accusing the Pentagon of skirting federal environmental law and potentially disturbing adjacent gravesites. The judge has set a hearing for Wednesday to address the matter.

via Reuters|
#arlington-national-cemetery#confederate-memorial#lawsuit
legal2 years ago

Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks Removal of Confederate Memorial at Arlington Cemetery

A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order to halt the removal of a Confederate memorial at Arlington Cemetery in Virginia. The lawsuit accuses the Army, which runs the cemetery, of violating regulations by seeking a hasty removal that could damage the memorial and disturb gravesites. The judge takes the representations seriously and warns of potential sanctions if they are untrue or exaggerated. Last week, a different federal judge dismissed a similar lawsuit seeking to block the removal. The memorial, featuring a bronze woman representing the American South, has been recommended for removal by an independent commission. Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin plans to move the monument to the New Market Battlefield State Historical Park.

via NBC News|
#arlington-cemetery#confederate-memorial#historic-preservation
politics2 years ago

Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks Removal of Confederate Memorial at Arlington Cemetery

A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order to halt the removal of a Confederate memorial in Arlington National Cemetery. The order, requested by a group called Defend Arlington, blocks any actions to deconstruct or alter the monument. The judge's order will expire on Wednesday night, pending a hearing to determine its continuation. The memorial, which features a bronze woman representing the American South, has faced controversy due to its depiction of enslaved individuals. Last year, an independent commission recommended its removal.

via Fox News|
#arlington-national-cemetery#confederate-memorial#historic-preservation
politics2 years ago

Federal Judge Halts Removal of Confederate Memorial at Arlington Cemetery

A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order halting the removal of the Confederate Memorial at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia, following a lawsuit filed by two groups. The groups argued that the Department of Defense's plan to remove the memorial violated the National Environmental Policy Act and neglected to protect the surrounding grave sites. The judge's order prohibits any deconstruction, removal, or alteration of the memorial until further court action. A court hearing has been scheduled for Wednesday. The Army, which operates the cemetery, had completed the necessary preparations for the removal, stating that it would not have significant environmental impacts. Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin expressed disappointment in the removal plans and proposed relocating the memorial to the New Market Battlefield State Historical Park.

via CNN|
#arlington-cemetery#confederate-memorial#department-of-defense
politics2 years ago

Legal Battle Ensues Over Confederate Memorial at Arlington Cemetery

A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order preventing the removal of a Confederate memorial at Arlington National Cemetery. The order came in response to a lawsuit filed by a group called Defend Arlington, affiliated with Save Southern Heritage Florida, accusing the Army of violating regulations in seeking a hasty removal of the memorial. The cemetery had begun work to remove the memorial before the order was issued, but it remains in place for now. A hearing has been scheduled for Wednesday to further address the issue.

via NBC4 Washington|
#arlington-national-cemetery#confederate-memorial#historic-preservation
politics2 years ago

Judge's Order Preserves Confederate Memorial at Arlington Cemetery

A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order preventing the removal of a Confederate memorial at Arlington National Cemetery. The order came in response to a lawsuit filed by a group called Defend Arlington, which accused the Army of violating regulations in seeking to remove the memorial. The cemetery had previously stated that the removal was required by Congress and that it was complying with environmental and historic-preservation regulations. The judge's order will remain in effect until a hearing scheduled for Wednesday.

via Military Times|
#arlington-national-cemetery#confederate-memorial#historic-preservation