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As US turns 250, Trump adds fuel to battles over monuments and memory
As the US approaches its 250th anniversary, disputes over public monuments, flags, and symbols are intensifying, with Donald Trump's proposed memorials, including a Garden of Heroes and a monumental 'Freedom' arch, becoming particularly contentious. The projects have sparked debates over history and political power.
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