Statue of Trump and ‘closest friend’ Epstein holding hands mysteriously appears on National Mall, DC

A statue depicting Trump holding hands with Epstein mysteriously appeared Tuesday at the National Mall in Washington, DC.

Published on: Sep 24, 2025, 03:01:35 IST

By Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan

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A 12-foot-tall statue depicting President Donald Trump holding hands with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein mysteriously appeared Tuesday on the National Mall in Washington, DC.

Statue of Trump and Epstein holding hands appeared in DC. (X)

One of three plaques attached to the statue’s base bears the inscription: “We celebrate the long-lasting bond between President Donald J. Trump and his 'closest friend' Jeffrey Epstein.”

According to USA Today, the surprise protest art is the work of a group called The Secret Handshake Project, which claims responsibility for this installation. This is the third anti-Trump piece to emerge in the nation’s capital since June.

"We're a very small group of citizens who are using art, irony, and humor to express social commentary and spark political conversation in public spaces," the group said in a statement to USA TODAY.

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Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan
Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan leads the US Desk at Hindustan Times, where she writes, strategises coverage, and ensures quality across all beats. With eight years of experience covering US news for leading publications, she has reported extensively on politics, entertainment, and sports. Vaishnavi holds a graduate degree in English, Journalism, and Psychology, and completed her PG Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the Manorama School of Communication, where she was awarded the prestigious Mammen Mappillai Award for Best Outgoing Student. She began her career at the International Business Times (US Edition), covering US breaking news, politics, and entertainment. She later joined Opoyi, reporting across all beats, including US sports and trending stories. Prior to Hindustan Times, she served as World Lead at Times Now News, covering comprehensive world news and events. Vaishnavi has expertise in politics, entertainment, and breaking news, and enjoys tackling stories across a wide range of topics. Beyond the newsroom, she is an avid traveller, a foodie who loves exploring new restaurants, and a pop culture enthusiast who enjoys watching latest shows and films. She also enjoys engaging in debates and discussions on Reddit.Read More

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