Overview

• The statue, located near Melania Trump's hometown of Sevnica, Slovenia, was reported stolen on May 13, 2025.
• Slovenian police conducted a crime scene inspection and informed judicial authorities but have not identified any suspects yet.
• The bronze statue, erected in 2020, replaced an earlier wooden version that was destroyed by arson in July 2020.
• Created by American artist Brad Downey and Slovenian woodworker Aleš Župevc, the statue was described as an 'anti-monument' and anchored with concrete and metal bars.
• Local reactions to the statue have been mixed, with some residents expressing indifference or disdain for the artwork.