Dump Trump (statue) facts for kids
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The statue at Trafalgar Square on 4 June 2019
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| Artist | Don Lessem |
| Year | 2019 |
| Subject | Donald Trump |
| Dimensions | 4.9 m (16 ft) |
Dump Trump is a large statue that stands 16 feet (4.9 m) tall. It shows former United States President Donald Trump sitting on a golden toilet. This sculpture was put up for a short time in Trafalgar Square in Central London. This happened before his visit to the United Kingdom in 2019. It was also shown during an event called "Salute to America" in Washington, D.C. on July 4, 2019.
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What is the "Dump Trump" Statue?
This 16-foot (4.9 m) statue shows Donald Trump using a smartphone. He is shown sitting on a golden toilet. He wears a red hat that says "MAGA" on it. The hat also has "IMPEACH ME!" written on it. To "impeach" someone means to formally accuse them of wrongdoing.
What Does the Statue Look Like?
The statue also makes funny noises. It sounds like someone passing gas. It also says several phrases. These include "I'm a very stable genius" and "no collusion." Other phrases are "witch-hunt" and "you are fake news."
Who Created This Statue?
The statue was designed by an artist named Don Lessem. It cost about $25,000 to create. Don Lessem is from Philadelphia. He built the statue and sent it across the Atlantic Ocean by boat.
Mr. Lessem is an expert on dinosaurs. He often makes models of prehistoric creatures for museums. He said he is interested in things that are very big. He also likes things that have a place in history.
Where Was the Statue Displayed?
The "Dump Trump" statue was first put up in Trafalgar Square in Central London. This was just before Donald Trump's visit to the United Kingdom in 2019. Later, it was also shown in Washington, D.C.. This happened during an event called "Salute to America" on July 4, 2019.
