A rainbow crosswalk in Jacksonville’s 5 Points area could be in jeopardy after a new federal initiative is calling for all roads with political messages or artwork to be removed, citing safety concerns.

The United States has sanctioned an independent investigator of human rights abuses in the Palestinian territories, in latest move by the Trump administration targeting critics of Israel's military campaign in Gaza.

According to a new FDOT memo, the crosswalks can lead to "distractions or misunderstandings, jeopardizing both driver and pedestrian safety."

Paul Wiedefeld will step down from his position as secretary of Maryland's Department of Transportation in August.

United States Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy released a statement citing safety concerns over painted crosswalks.