Planned south St. Louis statue draws ire of Missouri AG

The installation of an 18-foot sculpture titled Witness by artist Shahzia Sikander at Rung for Women in south St. Louis has sparked controversy. The artwork is provided via a permanent loan from the Gateway Foundation to the nonprofit organization. Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway has criticized the planned statue, citing social media reports from local residents who have described the sculpture as a demonic affront to faith, leading to significant public tension over the piece.