A 40-year-old peace vigil outside the White House, protesting nuclear arms and global conflict, was removed on Sunday by order of President Trump. Authorities cited safety concerns and mislabeled the memorial as a homeless encampment. Volunteer Philipos Melaku-Bello, who maintained the vigil for years, claims this is a civil rights violation, arguing it's protected free speech. The removal follows the Trump administration's broader effort to clear homeless encampments in Washington D.C., sparking controversy over its justification.

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