National Park Service removes Trump-Epstein statue, raising free speech concerns | CNN Politics

The National Park Service removed a statue titled “Best Friends Forever” of President Donald Trump and Jeffery Epstein holding hands — only a day after it was erected on the National Mall.

           

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Everyone needs to chill the fuck out!! I swear I could say something as simple as “The sky is a lovely shade of blue.” Somehow that would turn into a political argument.
How does it relate to this statue? It was put up to stir some feathers. It did what it was supposed to do. I think it is funny. I’m sure plenty out there found no humor in it.
I’m not going to go at you with claws out if you didn’t find humor in it. We are allowed to have different ideas. No need to be all nasty to each other.
I’m sick of both sides going at each other like playground bullies.
Time to grow up.


Mention in court and investigative documents
Released documents: Clinton's name appears frequently in court documents released in 2024 as part of civil litigation related to Epstein. His name's inclusion does not imply criminal activity.
Flight logs: Previously released flight logs from Epstein's jet show Clinton traveled on it multiple times, often accompanied by his staff and Secret Service detail.
Deposition statements: In a deposition, alleged victim Johanna Sjoberg testified that Epstein once claimed Clinton "likes them young". Clinton's representative said he was not accused of wrongdoing and dismissed reports that he visited Epstein's private island.
House subpoena: In August 2025, the House Oversight Committee subpoenaed Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton as part of its investigation into the Epstein case.
Statements from associates and victims
Ghislaine Maxwell interview: In a post-conviction interview released in August 2025, Ghislaine Maxwell told the Department of Justice that Clinton "was my friend, not Epstein's friend". She claimed Clinton was uninterested in Epstein and never visited his private island.
Victim testimony: While no victim has accused Clinton of abuse, some have testified that they believe individuals who were close to Epstein must have had some knowledge of his activities .