Immigration

NYC could create a reparations task force and tear down statues of George Washington and Columbus

By Rachel Schilke
Published September 19, 2023 12:42pm ET
Add Washington Examiner on Google
NYC could create a reparations task force and tear down statues of George Washington and Columbus
A statue of Christopher Columbus is shown in Central Park on Thursday, June 18, 2020, in New York. | (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

The New York City Council is considering creating a reparations task force and removing statues of historical figures using the limited funds at its disposal as the council and much of the city’s agencies face significant budget cuts.

Print subscriber? Click here to login/register your account
Digital subscriber? Click here to login/register your account.

Trusted reporting.Unlimited access.

Subscribe for full access to Washington Examiner coverage, expert political analysis, and subscriber-only journalism.

Get Unlimited Access

Already a member? Log in

Cancel anytime.

Tag:

Eric Adams New York City Reparations