Someone vandalized the National Mall in Washington, D.C., on Thursday by carving or burning “86 47” into one of its grassy areas.
The White House has argued that the message “86 47” is a threat against President Donald Trump’s life.
Footage of the phrase, often used in a slang way to refer to killing or getting rid of someone, went viral online.
It is unclear who made the message or how, but the grass appears deliberately burned or discolored.
The United States Park Police said they were investigating.
U.S. Park Police said it’s investigating the matter.
“Grass samples have been collected for testing,” the agency told media outlets.
White House Spokesman Davis Ingle denounced the act, saying, “Anyone who engages in or endorses political violence or assassination culture must be condemned in the harshest terms possible.”
The phrase “86 47” has been used often by Trump critics, including fired FBI Director James B. Comey.
