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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Josh Marcus

MYSTERIOUS: Massive 8647 marking appears on national mall grass - What They Never Told You

  • An anti-Trump slogan, “8647,” was found written in large letters in the grass near the Washington Monument on the National Mall , prompting a federal investigation.
  • Park Police responded to reports of vandalism on Thursday morning, collecting grass samples for testing as the investigation into the cause of the discoloration is ongoing.
  • The slogan “8647” combines the slang term “86” (to get rid of) with Trump's status as the 47th president, adopted as an anti-Trump message.
  • The Department of Interior condemned the “deranged vandalism” and any threats against the president, stating that U.S. Park Police will hold those responsible accountable.
  • The slogan previously created a political firestorm last May when former FBI Director James Comey tweeted an image of “8647” written in stones on a beach.

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