White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt responded to French politician Raphael Glucksmann's comments about the Statue of Liberty by highlighting America's historical role in liberating France during World Wars I and II. Glucksmann criticized the U.S. under Trump's leadership, suggesting it no longer embodies the principles represented by the Statue. In a provocative statement, he called for its return to France, which Leavitt dismissed, urging French citizens to appreciate the freedoms afforded by American sacrifices.
Leavitt emphasized that the U.S. presence helped liberate France in both World Wars, implying that gratitude should be directed towards America rather than demands for the statue.
Glucksmann criticized America's current values and suggested that if they don't appreciate the Statue of Liberty, it could be returned to France, asserting it was a gift.
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