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Irish Independent
2 days ago
- Politics
- Irish Independent
French mural shows Statue of Liberty covering her eyes in swipe at Trump
Amsterdam-based street artist Judith de Leeuw described her giant work in the northern French town of Roubaix, which has a large immigrant community, as 'a quiet reminder of what freedom should be'. She said 'freedom feels out of reach' for migrants and 'those pushed to the margins, silenced, or unseen'. 'I painted her covering her eyes because the weight of the world has become too heavy to witness. What was once a shining symbol of liberty now carries the sorrow of lost meaning,' Ms de Leeuw wrote in a July 4 post on Facebook, when Americans were celebrating Independence Day. Her depiction of the Statue of Liberty, a gift from the French people in the late 1800s, has inspired some sharp criticism. Tim Burchett, a Republican politician from Tennessee, wrote in an angry post on X that the work 'disgusts me'. He said he had an uncle who fought and died in France, where US forces saw combat in both World Wars. In an interview with The Associated Press, Ms de Leeuw was unapologetic. 'I'm not offended to be hated by the Donald Trump movement. I am not sorry. This is the right thing to do,' she said. The town stood by the work, with its deputy mayor in charge of cultural affairs, Frederic Lefebvre, telling broadcaster France 3 that 'it's a very strong and powerful political message'. Since returning to the White House amid anti-immigration sentiment, Mr Trump has launched an unprecedented campaign that has pushed the limits of executive power and clashed with federal judges trying to restrain him. People from various countries have been deported to remote and unrelated places like South Sudan and the small African nation of Eswatini. Immigration is one of Mr Trump's strongest issues in public polling in the US. The mural in Roubaix is part of an urban street culture festival backed by the town. Roubaix is one of the poorest towns in France. It was economically devastated by the collapse since the 1970s of its once-flourishing textile industry that used to attract migrant workers from elsewhere in Europe, north Africa and beyond.
The Province
2 days ago
- General
- The Province
A new mural in France shows the Statue of Liberty covering her eyes in a swipe at Trump
Published Jul 17, 2025 • 2 minute read A mural by Dutch artist Judith de Leeuw shows the Statue of Liberty covering her eyes with her hands, in Roubaix, northern France, Monday, July 14, 2025. Photo by Sylvain Plazy / AP ROUBAIX, France (AP) — As statements go, it's a big one. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors A towering mural in France of the Statue of Liberty covering her eyes is racking up millions of views online with its swipe at U.S. President Donald Trump's immigration and deportation policies. Amsterdam-based street artist Judith de Leeuw described her giant work in the northern French town of Roubaix, which has a large immigrant community, as 'a quiet reminder of what freedom should be.' She said 'freedom feels out of reach' for migrants and 'those pushed to the margins, silenced, or unseen.' 'I painted her covering her eyes because the weight of the world has become too heavy to witness. What was once a shining symbol of liberty now carries the sorrow of lost meaning,' de Leeuw wrote in a July 4 post on Facebook, when Americans were celebrating Independence Day. Essential reading for hockey fans who eat, sleep, Canucks, repeat. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Her depiction of the Statue of Liberty, a gift from the French people in the late 1800s, has inspired some sharp criticism. Rep. Tim Burchett, a Republican lawmaker from Tennessee, wrote in an angry post on X that the work 'disgusts me.' He said he had an uncle who fought and died in France, where U.S. forces saw combat in both World War I and World War II. In an interview with The Associated Press, de Leeuw was unapologetic. A mural by Dutch artist Judith de Leeuw shows the Statue of the Liberty covering her eyes with her hands, Monday, July 7, 2025 in Roubaix, northern France. (@jdlstreetart /Judith de Leeuw via AP) AP 'I'm not offended to be hated by the Donald Trump movement. I am not sorry. This is the right thing to do,' she said. The town stood by the work, with its deputy mayor in charge of cultural affairs, Frederic Lefebvre, telling broadcaster France 3 that 'it's a very strong and powerful political message.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Since returning to the White House amid anti-immigration sentiment, Trump has launched an unprecedented campaign that has pushed the limits of executive power and clashed with federal judges trying to restrain him. People from various countries have been deported to remote and unrelated places like South Sudan and the small African nation of Eswatini. Immigration is one of Trump's strongest issues in public polling in the U.S. The mural in Roubaix is part of an urban street culture festival backed by the town. Roubaix is one of the poorest towns in France. It was economically devastated by the collapse since the 1970s of its once-flourishing textile industry that used to attract migrant workers from elsewhere in Europe, north Africa and beyond. Vancouver Canucks Crime Local News News News
Leader Live
2 days ago
- Politics
- Leader Live
French mural shows Statue of Liberty covering her eyes in swipe at Trump
Amsterdam-based street artist Judith de Leeuw described her giant work in the northern French town of Roubaix, which has a large immigrant community, as 'a quiet reminder of what freedom should be'. She said 'freedom feels out of reach' for migrants and 'those pushed to the margins, silenced, or unseen'. 'I painted her covering her eyes because the weight of the world has become too heavy to witness. What was once a shining symbol of liberty now carries the sorrow of lost meaning,' Ms de Leeuw wrote in a July 4 post on Facebook, when Americans were celebrating Independence Day. Her depiction of the Statue of Liberty, a gift from the French people in the late 1800s, has inspired some sharp criticism. Tim Burchett, a Republican politician from Tennessee, wrote in an angry post on X that the work 'disgusts me'. He said he had an uncle who fought and died in France, where US forces saw combat in both World Wars. In an interview with The Associated Press, Ms de Leeuw was unapologetic. 'I'm not offended to be hated by the Donald Trump movement. I am not sorry. This is the right thing to do,' she said. The town stood by the work, with its deputy mayor in charge of cultural affairs, Frederic Lefebvre, telling broadcaster France 3 that 'it's a very strong and powerful political message'. Since returning to the White House amid anti-immigration sentiment, Mr Trump has launched an unprecedented campaign that has pushed the limits of executive power and clashed with federal judges trying to restrain him. People from various countries have been deported to remote and unrelated places like South Sudan and the small African nation of Eswatini. Immigration is one of Mr Trump's strongest issues in public polling in the US. The mural in Roubaix is part of an urban street culture festival backed by the town. Roubaix is one of the poorest towns in France. It was economically devastated by the collapse since the 1970s of its once-flourishing textile industry that used to attract migrant workers from elsewhere in Europe, north Africa and beyond.
North Wales Chronicle
3 days ago
- Politics
- North Wales Chronicle
French mural shows Statue of Liberty covering her eyes in swipe at Trump
Amsterdam-based street artist Judith de Leeuw described her giant work in the northern French town of Roubaix, which has a large immigrant community, as 'a quiet reminder of what freedom should be'. She said 'freedom feels out of reach' for migrants and 'those pushed to the margins, silenced, or unseen'. 'I painted her covering her eyes because the weight of the world has become too heavy to witness. What was once a shining symbol of liberty now carries the sorrow of lost meaning,' Ms de Leeuw wrote in a July 4 post on Facebook, when Americans were celebrating Independence Day. Her depiction of the Statue of Liberty, a gift from the French people in the late 1800s, has inspired some sharp criticism. Tim Burchett, a Republican politician from Tennessee, wrote in an angry post on X that the work 'disgusts me'. He said he had an uncle who fought and died in France, where US forces saw combat in both World Wars. In an interview with The Associated Press, Ms de Leeuw was unapologetic. 'I'm not offended to be hated by the Donald Trump movement. I am not sorry. This is the right thing to do,' she said. The town stood by the work, with its deputy mayor in charge of cultural affairs, Frederic Lefebvre, telling broadcaster France 3 that 'it's a very strong and powerful political message'. Since returning to the White House amid anti-immigration sentiment, Mr Trump has launched an unprecedented campaign that has pushed the limits of executive power and clashed with federal judges trying to restrain him. People from various countries have been deported to remote and unrelated places like South Sudan and the small African nation of Eswatini. Immigration is one of Mr Trump's strongest issues in public polling in the US. The mural in Roubaix is part of an urban street culture festival backed by the town. Roubaix is one of the poorest towns in France. It was economically devastated by the collapse since the 1970s of its once-flourishing textile industry that used to attract migrant workers from elsewhere in Europe, north Africa and beyond.
Glasgow Times
3 days ago
- Politics
- Glasgow Times
French mural shows Statue of Liberty covering her eyes in swipe at Trump
Amsterdam-based street artist Judith de Leeuw described her giant work in the northern French town of Roubaix, which has a large immigrant community, as 'a quiet reminder of what freedom should be'. She said 'freedom feels out of reach' for migrants and 'those pushed to the margins, silenced, or unseen'. 'I painted her covering her eyes because the weight of the world has become too heavy to witness. What was once a shining symbol of liberty now carries the sorrow of lost meaning,' Ms de Leeuw wrote in a July 4 post on Facebook, when Americans were celebrating Independence Day. A mural by Dutch artist Judith de Leeuw (/Sylvain Plazy/AP) Her depiction of the Statue of Liberty, a gift from the French people in the late 1800s, has inspired some sharp criticism. Tim Burchett, a Republican politician from Tennessee, wrote in an angry post on X that the work 'disgusts me'. He said he had an uncle who fought and died in France, where US forces saw combat in both World Wars. In an interview with The Associated Press, Ms de Leeuw was unapologetic. 'I'm not offended to be hated by the Donald Trump movement. I am not sorry. This is the right thing to do,' she said. The town stood by the work, with its deputy mayor in charge of cultural affairs, Frederic Lefebvre, telling broadcaster France 3 that 'it's a very strong and powerful political message'. Since returning to the White House amid anti-immigration sentiment, Mr Trump has launched an unprecedented campaign that has pushed the limits of executive power and clashed with federal judges trying to restrain him. People from various countries have been deported to remote and unrelated places like South Sudan and the small African nation of Eswatini. Immigration is one of Mr Trump's strongest issues in public polling in the US. The mural in Roubaix is part of an urban street culture festival backed by the town. Roubaix is one of the poorest towns in France. It was economically devastated by the collapse since the 1970s of its once-flourishing textile industry that used to attract migrant workers from elsewhere in Europe, north Africa and beyond.
