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President-elect Joe Biden has chosen California Attorney General Javier Becerra as his nominee for Secretary of Health and Human Services. Becerra, known for his efforts to protect the Affordable Care Act, would be the first Latino to lead the department if confirmed. Meanwhile, the Arizona State Legislature is closed after Rudy Giuliani tested positive for COVID-19 following his visit to the state capital. In Virginia, the Virginia Military Institute has begun removing a statue of Confederate General Thomas Stonewall Jackson, following a report on racism at the institute.

What action did the Virginia Military Institute take regarding the statue of Confederate General Thomas Stonewall Jackson?

What atmosphere was reported at the Virginia Military Institute that led to the decision to remove the statue?