Summary
A statue of President Trump and Jeffrey Epstein was removed from the National Mall in Washington, D.C., shortly after it was set up. The Department of the Interior stated it was taken down because it did not meet permit rules.
Key Facts
- A statue titled "Best Friends Forever" showed President Trump and Jeffrey Epstein holding hands.
- The statue was placed on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., but was supposed to stay until Sunday evening.
- The Department of the Interior removed the statue because it didn't comply with the permit.
- Officials were supposed to give 24 hours' notice before removing the statue, but this did not happen.
- The group behind the statue, the Secret Handshake Project, said they were initially told everything was okay with the permit.
- The reason for the statue's non-compliance with the permit was not explained by officials.
