In a remarkable shift, a massive monument of General Robert E. Lee, which once ignited protests in Charlottesville, Virginia, has been transformed into modern art displayed in a Los Angeles museum. The exhibit, titled 'Monuments,' showcases decommissioned Confederate statues, including a melted bronze statue of Lee. Curator Hamza Walker emphasizes the need to confront the narratives propagated by such figures, stating, 'They fought for slavery.' The display serves as both an artistic statement and a critique of the enduring legacy of white supremacy. Trump’s administration may seek to reinstate Confederate icons, but the exhibit challenges these views, engaging with contemporary art that urges viewers to reconsider historical representations. The centerpiece, 'Unmanned Drone' by artist Kara Walker, takes a new approach by reconstructing the narrative around Confederate figures into something ghostly yet poignant, void of the glorified past. Shifting public opinion, particularly post-2017's Unite the Right rally, has fueled this political and artistic reckoning. Activists advocating for the removal of these statues have seen their sentiment echoed in new forms, expressing hope for historical narratives that acknowledge the impact of racism and oppression.