US Firmly Rejects French Politician's Call to Return Statue of Liberty

The Trump administration dismisses Raphaël Glucksmann's demand as symbolic criticism, emphasizing the statue's role in American identity.

French EU lawmaker Raphaël Glucksmann called for the Statue of Liberty's return to France, citing a betrayal of its values under Donald Trump's leadership.
Glucksmann criticized the US for aligning with authoritarian regimes and undermining scientific independence through researcher dismissals.
The Statue of Liberty, a gift from France in the late 19th century, symbolizes freedom and hope, particularly for immigrants entering the United States.
The Trump administration rejected the demand, with a spokesperson calling Glucksmann an 'insignificant French politician' and highlighting the statue's importance to American identity.
The debate has drawn international media attention but remains a symbolic critique, not an official stance of the French government.