A bronze statue dedicated to Melania Trump, the former First Lady of the United States, has been removed from its location near Sevnica, Slovenia. The statue, which was erected to celebrate Trump's Slovenian heritage, was reportedly sawed off at the ankles and carried away. This incident comes after a previous wooden statue of Mrs. Trump was intentionally set on fire in 2020.
Local police are investigating the disappearance of the bronze statue. The reasons for the removal remain unclear, but the statue has been the target of criticism and vandalism since its unveiling. Some locals viewed the statue as an inappropriate representation of the former First Lady, while others saw it as a symbol of her success. The statue's removal has sparked further debate about its artistic merit and the appropriateness of public monuments.
The area where the statue stood has been cordoned off as authorities gather evidence. No suspects have been identified at this time. The incident highlights the ongoing controversy surrounding public art and the challenges of creating monuments that are universally accepted.
Melania Trump Statue Removed in Slovenia After Previous Vandalism
A bronze statue of former First Lady Melania Trump has disappeared from near her hometown of Sevnica, Slovenia. This follows a previous incident where a wooden statue of Trump was intentionally set on fire. Local authorities are investigating the statue's removal. The statue had been a point of controversy since its installation.
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