The controversial statue depicting Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein holding hands has resurfaced in Washington D.C., after being removed by authorities twice before. This reappearance coincides with the release of thousands of emails from Epstein’s estate, some of which mention Trump. The statue, titled “Best Friends Forever,” initially appeared on the National Mall, accompanied by a plaque celebrating the relationship between the two men. The creators of the piece stated their intent was to comment on the long-lasting bond between the two men. The White House has since tried to downplay the significance of the emails, dismissing them as a “hoax.”
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A bronze statue titled “Best Friends Forever,” depicting Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein, resurfaced on the National Mall. The statue, which shows the figures holding hands, was originally installed last week and removed before its reappearance. The National Park Service and the White House have not commented on the installation due to the government shutdown. The statue’s appearance follows controversy surrounding the Trump administration’s handling of Epstein-related documents, and Trump’s prior relationship with Epstein.
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A 12-foot statue depicting Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein holding hands was erected on the Capitol Mall but was removed by the United States Park Police. The removal, which occurred around 5:30 a.m. Wednesday, violated a permit issued by the Department of the Interior (DOI) to the group “The Secret Handshake.” The DOI stated the removal was due to non-compliance with the permit, while “The Secret Handshake” claimed it was a deliberate attempt to suppress free speech related to Trump and the Epstein files. Before its removal, the statue included plaques highlighting the relationship between Trump and Epstein, along with denials of the friendship by Trump himself.
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A 12-foot satirical statue depicting Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein holding hands was erected on the National Mall by a group called The Secret Handshake. The statue and accompanying plaques, erected to celebrate “Friendship Month,” reference the close relationship between Trump and Epstein, who were known to socialize together for years. The group’s anonymous leader stated the statue aimed to celebrate Trump’s “only true friend” while also including quotes from a birthday card Trump once gave Epstein. This display comes as demands for the release of Epstein’s files intensify, and the FBI Director deflects questions about the files.
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A 12-foot statue depicting Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein holding hands has appeared on the National Mall, created by the anonymous group The Secret Handshake. The statue, erected in honor of Friendship Month, features excerpts from a controversial birthday letter allegedly written by Trump to Epstein, which Trump denies writing. The White House has denounced the statue, emphasizing the end of their friendship, despite their documented history of parties and public statements of friendship. The appearance of the statue comes amid ongoing scrutiny of the Epstein case and calls for greater transparency surrounding the release of Epstein’s files.
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Slovenian police are investigating the theft of a bronze statue of Melania Trump, sawed off at the ankles from its location in her hometown of Sevnica. The statue, a replacement for a previously burned wooden version, was reportedly removed sometime between Sunday and Tuesday. Local reactions to the theft have been mixed, with at least one resident expressing indifference to its disappearance. Police are currently working to identify and apprehend those responsible for the vandalism.
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Donald Trump’s Turnberry golf resort in Scotland was vandalized by activists from Palestine Action, who painted “Gaza Is Not 4 Sale” on the grounds in response to Trump’s statements regarding plans for Gaza, including “cleaning out the whole thing.” The vandalism, which included damage to the greens and clubhouse, was described as a protest against the US administration’s alleged intent to ethnically cleanse Gaza and Trump’s rhetoric regarding the territory. Police are investigating the incident, while a resort spokesperson stated that the damage would not impact business.
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Pro-Palestinian activists, in protest of President Trump’s proposal to relocate Gaza’s population, vandalized his Turnberry golf resort in Scotland, painting “Gaza Is Not For Sale” on the grounds. Palestine Action claimed responsibility, asserting the action demonstrates resistance to Trump’s perceived ownership of Gaza. Police are investigating the incident, while Trump Turnberry called the actions criminal but vowed minimal business disruption. The vandalism follows a fragile ceasefire in the Gaza conflict and Trump’s controversial resettlement proposal, which Palestinians have universally rejected.
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A Baphomet statue erected by The Satanic Temple in Concord, NH, was vandalized within 48 hours of its unveiling. The incident sparked controversy, with Mayor Byron Champlin expressing disapproval of both the statue and the city’s decision to grant a permit, citing concerns about an “anti-religious agenda.” Rep. Ellen Read defended the display as upholding First Amendment rights regarding religious pluralism. Champlin intends to create a city committee to review policies on unattended displays to prevent similar future conflicts.
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