A new temporary bronze installation depicting a pile of feces on Nancy Pelosi’s desk was installed this week in Washington, D.C., across from the U.S. Capitol, satirizing the people behind the January 6 riot. He seems to be “praising” it.
The scat statue, installed Thursday, features a swirling pattern that somewhat resembles the common “poo” emoji that sits above the desk with Pelosi’s name on it.
“This monument honors the brave men and women who invaded the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, and looted, urinated, and defecated in its hallowed halls in an effort to overturn the election,” reads the statement below the statue. is written on the nameplate.
“President Trump has praised the heroes of January 6th as “incredible patriots” and “warriors.” This monument stands as a testament to their daring sacrifice and lasting legacy. ”
This statue does not indicate who the artist is or who created it. However, the National Park Service has approved a permit application from Julia Jimenez Pizik of Civic Crafted LLC to install the statue on the National Mall until October 30, according to the Washington Post.
The Park Service added that it “does not consider the content of the message being presented” when issuing permits, adding that “the National Mall, a federal property and America’s premier civic space, It serves as a forum where people can exercise their right to speech.” and assemble.”
In a permit obtained by NBC News, Civic Crafted LLC said the desk “represents the center of democracy where decisions are made, voices are heard and the future is shaped.”
“People’s power is expressed here through the hard work of those who serve the public good,” the report said. “As the mob storms in to destroy these ideals, this desk will stand firm, and so must the principles of equality, justice, and freedom that it represents.”
He added that the statue has been named “The Resolute Desk.”
Reactions on social media ranged from “bland” and “totally embarrassing” to “amazing.” “Welcome to America. There is now a copper poop statue on the National Mall honoring those who tried to destroy our democracy,” one user wrote.
The permit means another statue depicting a hand emerging from a stone pedestal and holding a tiki torch will be installed next week between the Capitol and the White House, according to NBC News.
