Climate Protesters Vandalize U.S. Constitution Display at National Archives

Two climate activists were arrested after dumping red powder on the Constitution's case, sparking a nationwide debate on protest tactics.

Two climate activists dumped red powder on the case housing the U.S. Constitution at the National Archives, leading to their immediate arrest.
The incident, which occurred around 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, prompted the closure of the National Archives' rotunda and galleries for cleaning.
No damage was reported to the Constitution itself, thanks to its protective encasement.
The protesters, identified as members of the climate group Declare Emergency, aimed to draw attention to the climate crisis and demand President Biden declare a climate emergency.
The act is part of a growing trend of targeting cultural and historical artifacts to protest environmental issues, sparking discussions on the effectiveness and ethics of such tactics.