Recently, a peculiar art installation has captured public attention in Washington, D.C.. A satirical statue depicting Donald Trump and the late financier Jeffrey Epstein recreating the famous scene from the movie Titanic appeared near the National Mall, sparking political and social debate across the United States.
The sculpture, titled “King of the World,” shows Trump standing behind Epstein with his arms extended, imitating the iconic pose from the film where the characters stand at the front of the ship. The statue is about 12 feet (3.6 meters) tall and was reportedly installed by an anonymous art collective known as The Secret Handshake, a group that has previously created politically themed artworks.
Plaques placed next to the sculpture draw an ironic comparison between the fictional romance in the film and the past friendship between Trump and Epstein. Reactions have been divided: some visitors see the piece as a form of political satire, while others consider it offensive or overly provocative.
The installation is part of a broader series of artworks designed to spark public conversation about politics, power, and accountability in the United States.
Why was this statue created?
According to its creators, the goal is to use satirical art to provoke discussion about the past relationship between Trump and Epstein and the role of public figures in controversial issues.
