A massive replica of a birthday card allegedly sent by Donald Trump to Jeffrey Epstein has taken center stage at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Featuring a crude drawing by Trump and a message wishing Epstein a happy birthday, this oversized installation invites visitors to sign their names on the card, but with a pretty significant catch—no hate speech, please! The creative minds behind this spectacle are a group known as“The Secret Handshake,”who have been known for their provocative public art.
Installed with flair, the birthday card artwork carries the phrase, “Happy birthday—and may every day be another wonderful secret,” injecting a bizarre mix of humor and controversy into the atmosphere. While some see it as a thought-provoking piece of commentary, others can’t help but wonder if it crosses the line into sheer absurdity. As tourists flock to take a snapshot or leave their mark, it raises an interesting question about the power of art in challenging political figures. Is it a clever protest or just another quirky photo op?
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