Four Charged With Attempting To Remove Andrew Jackson Statue in DC

The video discusses an incident involving the attempted toppling of Andrew Jackson's statue in Washington DC. Several individuals are charged with destruction of federal property, facing up to ten years in prison. The US Attorney's Office emphasizes that vandalism of national monuments will not be tolerated. The video also provides historical context on Andrew Jackson, highlighting his role as a slaveholder and his signing of the Indian Removal Act, which led to the forced relocation and deaths of thousands of Native Americans.

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