A golden statue titled the “Iran War Participation Trophy” is the latest piece of art to appear on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. in protest of President Donald Trump.
The giant installation has drawn attention since it was first spotted on Monday, with passersby stopping to read the lengthy inscription on the mock award.
“We hereby award President Donald J. Trump this participation trophy for his enthusiastic involvement in the Iran war,” reads the plaque at the base of the statue. “While some concern themselves with military strategy, diplomacy, or measurable outcomes, President Trump demonstrated the courage to participate regardless of the final score.”
“As the recipient of this prestigious award, President Trump joins the ranks of children everywhere who received recognition for simply showing up,” the plaque continues.
An accompanying plaque from the Secret Handshake, the anonymous artist collective behind the installation, encouraged visitors to leave more participation trophies for the President. As such, smaller trophies have since been placed at the base of the statue.
