Climate change protesters scale Columbus Circle globe in Manhattan

UPPER WEST SIDE, Manhattan (WABC) -- Climate change protesters scaled the Columbus Circle globe in Manhattan Monday afternoon.

They unfurled a banner reading "Climate Justice Now."

Climate change protesters scaled the Columbus Circle globe in Manhattan Monday afternoon.

Three people were arrested and charged with criminal mischief, criminal tampering, and criminal tresspass.

They were issued desk appearance tickets.

The protesters marched through Central Park before climbing the globe.

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The globe is a favorite of protesters, as it is located outside the Trump International Hotel & Tower.

The protesters previously climbed the globe in 2018.

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