Carmen Russell-Suchansky

The exhibit sat by Washington's executive home.

President Trump had issued an executive order for Park Service to remove exhibits that, quote, disparage American history.

Philadelphia is suing for the return of the panels, which were paid for by the city and private contributions, rather than the federal government.

Mayor Sherelle Parker says the removal breached a cooperative agreement.

A federal court will first hear a request to stop the federal government from disposing of the panels before trial.

For NPR News, I'm Carmen Russell Suchansky in Philadelphia.

The exhibit sat by Washington's executive home.

President Trump had issued an executive order for Park Service to remove exhibits that, quote, "...disparage American history."

Philadelphia is suing for the return of the panels, which were paid for by the city and private contributions, rather than the federal government.

Mayor Sherelle Parker says the removal breached a cooperative agreement.

This history is a critical part of our nation's origins, and it deserves to be seen and heard.

A federal court will first hear a request to stop the federal government from disposing of the panels before trial.

For NPR News, I'm Carmen Russell-Suchansky in Philadelphia.