Art in all its form will be protected by President Donald Trump as he plans to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence. As part of his national agenda, the government will create a new national sculpture garden while reviving efforts to harshly punish those who vandalize or destroy existing statues and monuments.
Trump signed an executive order Wednesday establishing a White House task force to plan what he says will be a "grand celebration worthy of the momentous occasion of the 250th anniversary of American Independence," which the country will celebrate on 4 July 2026.