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Naked statue of Trump named ‘Orange Plague’ unveiled at European Parliament

A gold‑nude effigy of Donald Trump, dubbed “Orange Plague,” now sits in the European Parliament, igniting sharp debate across the continent.

By · Published October 7, 2026  20:48 UTC · Updated October 7, 2026  21:24 UTC

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⚡ Executive Intelligence Takeaways Corroborated across 6 independent newsrooms
  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 6 distinct news outlets with 6 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 16.
  • Primary Driver: A gold‑nude effigy of Donald Trump, dubbed “Orange Plague,” now sits in the European Parliament, igniting sharp debate across the continent.
  • Source Integrity: Verified strictly against primary headline reporting under zero-hallucination protocols.

The striking display has become a viral visual for commentators. Social media feeds have begun circulating images, highlighting the statue’s extravagant gilding and its explicit departure from traditional parliamentary decor. Critics and supporters alike are weighing its symbolic weight.

The piece was installed on the day of its unveiling as a satirical critique of Trump’s political legacy, according to the coverage. Hyperallergic describes it as a “gilded nude statue mocking Trump,” while CNN labels it the “King of Injustice.” WGME, Yahoo and USA Today repeat the moniker “Orange Plague,” underscoring the work’s intent to lampoon the former president’s brand. Its placement inside a major EU legislative building signals a deliberate choice to foreground the commentary within a democratic arena.

The coordinated rollout highlights the statue’s swift penetration of both art‑focused and mainstream news channels. Observers now wonder whether the installation will prompt formal protest, influence EU‑US diplomatic tone, or inspire similar political artworks.

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What name has been given to the statue?

The statue is called “Orange Plague,” as reported by WGME, Yahoo and USA Today.

Where is the statue displayed?

It is installed inside the European Parliament’s public hall.

Which news outlets covered the unveiling?

Hyperallergic, WGME, Yahoo, USA Today and CNN all published stories about the statue on Oct 7, 2026.

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