Source: Fox News
Summary
A giant “8647” message was etched into the grass on Washington, D.C.’s National Mall, prompting an investigation by federal authorities. The administration has previously interpreted the number “86” as a threat, meaning to remove or refuse service, while “47” refers to Trump as the 47th president. U.S. Park Police responded to the incident and collected grass samples for testing. The White House condemned the incident, calling it “political violence” and “assassination culture.” The incident took place days before Trump’s birthday and the UFC Freedom Fight, which is expected to attract 4,000 spectators to the White House.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
The National Mall has become a canvas for a familiar message. The numbers “8647” are etched into the grass, a code that the administration has previously interpreted as a threat. The U.S. Park Police respond, collecting grass samples for testing. The White House condemns the incident, using familiar language to describe it as “political violence” and “assassination culture.” The incident is just another episode in a long-running performance.
Author: Evan Null
