A statue of Christopher Columbus has been installed on the White House grounds by President Donald Trump, sparking political and cultural debate. The statue, a replica of a 1984 Baltimore monument, aims to vindicate Columbus as a key figure in Western history. Trump calls him 'the original American hero' and seeks to restore historical symbols removed in recent years. Supporters view this as a defense of Western heritage, while critics see it as a vindication of colonization and abuses against indigenous peoples.