National Archives Evacuated as Activists Vandalize US Constitution Encasement

The National Archives in Washington, DC closed early after two individuals dumped red powder on the encasement protecting the US Constitution, though the document itself was unharmed. The perpetrators were detained and the incident is under investigation. This act is part of a trend of high-profile vandalism aimed at drawing attention to the climate crisis and other environmental issues, but experts warn that such actions may attract significant criticism and backlash. The National Archives Rotunda will remain closed for cleaning, while the rest of the building will be open on its regular schedule.