Archive · 25 Sep 2025
Trump-Epstein Statue Removed From National Mall
A statue featuring Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein was placed on the National Mall and was removed by U.S. Park Police the following day.
The statue was called "Best Friends Forever" and was made by The Secret Handshake.
It showed Trump and Epstein smiling and kicking up their heels.
The Interior Department said it was removed because it didn't follow permit rules.
The statue was one of multiple art installations intended to comment on the relationship between Trump and Epstein.
A statue of Trump and Epstein was placed on the National Mall.
The statue was titled "Best Friends Forever".
The art collective The Secret Handshake claimed responsibility.
The statue was removed Wednesday morning.
The removal was due to permit non-compliance.
- Who
- The Secret Handshake
- What
- Statue of Trump and Epstein
- When
- Installed Tuesday, removed Wednesday
- Where
- National Mall, Washington, D.C.
- Why
- Not stated in articles
Perspective of the Statue Creators
Perspective of Authorities
Intent
Perspective of the Statue Creators
The statue was meant to spark conversation and offer social commentary.
Perspective of Authorities
The statue removal was due to permit violations, with no specified reason given.
- Location
- National Mall, Washington D.C.
- Title
- "Best Friends Forever"
- Subjects
- Donald Trump, Jeffrey Epstein
- Creators
- The Secret Handshake
- Removal Reason
- Non-compliance with permit
Sources
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