Chicago removes statue of Christopher Columbus from Grant Park

Chicago removes statue of Christopher Columbus from Grant Park
Racial Injustice Chicago

A statue of Christopher Columbus that drew chaotic protests in Chicago’s Grant Park was taken down early on Friday amid a plan by President Donald Trump to dispatch federal law enforcement agents to the city.

Crews used a large crane to remove the statue from its pedestal as a small crowd gathered to watch.

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