Washington Removing Black Lives Matter Painting Near White House: Mayor

Muriel Bowser said that the city is acting as members of Congress consider taking full control of the nation’s capital.

Black Lives Matter Plaza on 16th Street is repainted following the removal of the lettering for a construction project in Washington on May 13, 2021. Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images

The city of Washington is removing the Black Lives Matter mural from near the White House, Mayor Muriel Bowser said on March 4.

“The mural inspired millions of people and helped our city through a very painful period, but now we can’t afford to be distracted by meaningless congressional interference,” Bowser said on social media platform X. “The devastating impacts of the federal job cuts must be our number one concern. Our focus is on economic growth, public safety, and supporting our residents affected by these cuts.”