The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is calling for artists to submit proposals for a planned garden featuring 250 statues to honor American heroes. This initiative comes amid controversy, as the NEH recently cut funding for around 1,000 other grants, raising concerns about resource allocation. Critics argue that the project could represent an act of government villainy, while supporters view it as a unique opportunity to celebrate noteworthy figures. The project, dubbed the ‘Garden of Heroes,’ has been met with mixed reactions, prompting discussion on its implications for art and culture.