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Judge Blocks Changes to Historic President’s House Site

2/3/2026

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A federal judge in Philadelphia halted changes to the President’s House Site.
The City of Philadelphia is suing to restore plaques and videos honoring nine enslaved individuals who served George Washington, removed during the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump.
Judge Cynthia M. Rufe criticized the Trump administration as cavalier, ordering no further removals as Philadelphia prepares for the nation’s 250th birthday and immigration enforcement tensions.

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A federal judge in Philadelphia halted changes to the President’s House Site.
The City of Philadelphia is suing to restore plaques and videos honoring nine enslaved individuals who served George Washington, removed during the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump.
Judge Cynthia M. Rufe criticized the Trump administration as cavalier, ordering no further removals as Philadelphia prepares for the nation’s 250th birthday and immigration enforcement tensions.