Walker Statement on U.S. Supreme Court Ruling on Bladensburg Peace Cross

Statement

U.S. Representative Mark Walker (R-N.C.), Co-Chairman of the Congressional Prayer Caucus, today released the following statement on the U.S. Supreme Court Ruling in American Legion Et Al. v. American Humanist Assn. Et. Al., that the Bladensburg Peace Cross is not in violation of the Establishment Clause and can remain standing, overturning a Fourth Circuit ruling:

"The Bladensburg Peace Cross is a sacred symbol of sacrifice, love and honor, built by Americans who chose to pay tribute to the brave World War I heroes of their community. As an amicus curiae of this case, I am thankful the Supreme Court has overturned the faulty ruling of the Fourth Circuit, protected religious liberty, and allowed the cross to remain as tribute to the 49 American names it holds, each who laid down their life for our freedom. At a time when seemingly so few understand the realities of war and the cost of our freedom and prosperity, we should be doing more to honor the bravery of our men and women in uniform, not tearing down the symbols of their valor."

In July 2018, Walker joined other Members of Congress in filing an amicus brief to the Supreme Court on the case, expressing support for the memorial to remain and highlighting the broad implications the Fourth Circuit decision could have on war monuments across the country.

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