France's Glucksmann Criticizes U.S., Calls for Statue of Liberty's Return

The White House firmly rejected the symbolic demand, emphasizing U.S. ownership and historical contributions to France's freedom.

French politician Raphaël Glucksmann called for the Statue of Liberty's return, claiming the U.S. no longer represents its values of freedom and democracy.
Glucksmann's remarks were a symbolic critique of Donald Trump's policies, including reduced support for Ukraine and cuts to federal research funding.
The White House, through Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, dismissed the suggestion, highlighting U.S. efforts in liberating France during World War II.
UNESCO confirmed that the Statue of Liberty is U.S. government property, making its return to France legally impossible.
Glucksmann clarified his comments as symbolic, inviting U.S. researchers affected by funding cuts to relocate to France.