Crime & Safety
Philadelphia City Council Passes 2 Resolutions To Condemn Acts By Trump Administration
"Trump shouldn't be trying to whitewash American history, which is also African-American history," Council President Kenyatta Johnson said.
September 26, 2025
Philadelphia's City Council took action on the Trump administration on Thursday. The city's legislative body passed two resolutions regarding moves the White House has made.
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The first condemned the administration's efforts to review and possibly change exhibits at historical sites across the United States. Earlier this month, a spokesperson for the Department of the Interior confirmed signage at Independence National Historical Park was under review.
Council President Kenyatta Johnson was particularly concerned about the President's House site near 6th and Market streets.
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