President Trump Signs Order To Protect Nation's Monuments

The president signed a strong executive order to protect American monuments, memorials, and statues, imposing long prison terms for vandalism. The order aims to combat recent criminal violence and targets protesters who have torn down monuments, especially those honoring Confederate figures. The White House has not yet released the order's text, so its differences from the existing Veterans Memorial Preservation Act are unclear. The president has invoked this act to arrest and penalize vandals with up to 10 years in prison.

What did the president announce on Twitter regarding American monuments?

• He will remove all Confederate statues.

• He signed an executive order to protect them.

• He plans to build new monuments.

• He will reduce penalties for vandalism.

What has the president been discussing throughout the week?

• The construction of new memorials.

• The signing of an executive order.

• The removal of all statues.

• The reduction of prison terms.

Who has the president criticized in relation to the monuments?

• Protesters

• Historians

• Lawmakers

• Artists

What is unclear about the new executive order?

• Its support from Congress

• How it differs from the Veterans Memorial Preservation Act

• Its duration

• Its cost

What penalty did the president mention for vandalizing monuments?

• Community service

• House arrest

• A fine

• Up to 10 years in prison