Karoline Leavitt's Fiery Response to French Politician on Statue of Liberty

Statue of Liberty Controversy

• 🇫🇷 A French member of the European Parliament claimed the US no longer embodies the Statue of Liberty's spirit and demanded its return.
• 🗣️ White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt responded forcefully, stating President Trump would not send the statue back.

Historical Context and Gratitude

• 💡 Leavitt reminded the French politician that the US was instrumental in France's liberation, stating, "it's only because of the United States of America that uh the French are not speaking German right now."
• 💰 It was clarified that France paid for the Statue of Liberty, while the US funded the pedestal, and that it is considered US property by UNESCO.
• 🇺🇸 The panel emphasized that American lives, lost in World War I and World War II, have effectively paid for the statue many times over.

Public Reaction and Panelist Commentary

• 😂 Online reactions included humorous suggestions to build a gold statue of Donald Trump if the original is taken back.
• 👏 Panelists praised Karoline Leavitt's quick and effective response, seeing it as a reflection of an "America First" approach that could yield dividends.
• 📍 The location of the Statue of Liberty was debated, with panelists noting its proximity to Jersey City despite its official designation in New York.