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The US Embassy in the Dominican Republic removed a woke painting and wants to sell it.

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The United States Department of State is considering the sale of a painting by artist Kehinde Wiley that was previously displayed at the U.S. Embassy in the Dominican Republic. The artwork was recently removed from the embassy following actions taken by officials associated with the Donald Trump administration.

The decision to remove and potentially sell the piece highlights ongoing discussions regarding the curation of art within U.S. diplomatic facilities. The painting, created by the internationally recognized artist Kehinde Wiley, is now under review by the State Department as it explores options for the work's future status.

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Read the full story at the source Diario Libre (Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic) · DO
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