Climate Activists Target Crown Jewels in London Protest

Two activists from the "Tax the Rich" campaign smeared custard on the protective glass case of the historic State Crown. The incident occurred on Wednesday at the Tower of London, where the Crown Jewels are displayed. The protesters targeted the display to demand government action on climate change. They also called for higher taxes on wealthy individuals and corporations to fund environmental policies. British police arrested a man and a woman at the scene on suspicion of criminal damage. Officials from the Historic Royal Palaces charity, which manages the Tower, confirmed the glass case was soiled but the Crown itself was not harmed. The Crown Jewels are a collection of royal ceremonial objects. They are one of the United Kingdom's most visited tourist attractions and are considered priceless.