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Columbus Statue Displayed at White House

First article: 23 mar. 2026, 07:19 | Last update: 23 mar. 2026, 08:48 | 2 sources | 2 articles

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A statue of Christopher Columbus has been erected on the White House grounds, a decision likely to fuel further controversy surrounding the historical figure. Columbus's legacy is hotly debated, with some viewing him as a symbol of exploration and others criticizing his role in the colonization and exploitation of indigenous populations.

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Deutsche Welle 23 mar. 2026, 07:19 (3 hours ago)

Trump installs Columbus statue in White House campus

The Columbus statue installed near the White House is a replica of the one tossed in Baltimore's Inner Harbor in 2020 amid the Black Lives Matter protests.

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Trump installs Christopher Columbus statue on White House grounds Foto: The Independent
The Independent 23 mar. 2026, 08:48 (1 hour ago) Fair

Trump installs Christopher Columbus statue on White House grounds

The figure is a replica of one that was destroyed by protestors in 2020

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