The White House Press Secretary delivered a strong rebuttal to a French politician’s demand for the return of the Statue of Liberty.
The White House has recently made headlines after a French politician called for the return of the Statue of Liberty to France.
This request has sparked a strong reaction from the U.S. government, particularly from White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.
A French politician demanded America return the Statue of Liberty
Raphael Glucksmann, a center-left politician in France, made a bold statement at a recent convention.
He demanded that the United States return the Statue of Liberty. Glucksmann argued that America no longer appreciates what the statue represents.
He expressed his feelings during a speech, saying, “Give us back the Statue of Liberty.”
History of the statue
The Statue of Liberty has a rich history. It was gifted to the United States by France in 1886.
French artist Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi designed the statue.
It was created to celebrate the two countries’ friendship and honor the centennial of American independence.
For nearly 140 years, the statue has stood on Liberty Island, welcoming millions of visitors.
The Statue of Liberty is more than just a statue; it is a powerful symbol of freedom and democracy.
For many immigrants, it represents hope and a new beginning.
The statue has welcomed countless people to America, reminding them of the values of liberty and justice.
It is not just a piece of art but a representation of shared ideals between the U.S. and France.
White House secretary fiercely responded French politician’s demand to return the Statue of Liberty
The White House did not take Glucksmann’s request lightly. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt responded firmly.
She stated that former President Donald Trump would “absolutely not” consider giving the statue back to France.
In her response, Leavitt reminded the French politician of the historical context.
She pointed out that the United States played a significant role in freeing France from Nazi control during World War II.
“And my advice to that unnamed low-level French politician would be to remind them that it’s only because of the United States of America that the French are not speaking German right now.
“So they should be very grateful to our great country.”
Glucksmann expressed concerns about American values today.
He criticized the current political climate in the U.S., suggesting that some Americans have sided with “tyrants.”
He referenced issues like the firing of researchers who demanded scientific freedom.
Glucksmann believes these actions show a lack of appreciation for the values the Statue of Liberty stands for.
“We’re going to say to the Americans who have chosen to side with the tyrants, to the Americans who fired researchers for demanding scientific freedom: ‘Give us back the Statue of Liberty’.
“‘We gave it to you as a gift, but apparently you despise it. So it will be just fine here at home’.”