Why Trump got Macron's plant removed from White House grounds
French President planting tree
The Trump administration got the sapling removed shortly after it was planted
In a gesture symbolising strengthened US-France ties, French President Emmanuel Macron, during his visit to the US, planted a tree at the grounds outside the White House.
The oak sapling was brought specially from France's Belleau Wood where nearly 2,000 American soldiers had lost their lives during World War I.
The Trump administration got the sapling removed shortly after it was planted.
The officials informed that the sapling was infected with parasites and could have harmed other plants and trees around the White House.
The plant has now been put in quarantine, "and will soon be replanted in the White House gardens," an official said.
"Don’t worry, the tree is doing very well," he further added.
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Macron is believed to have established a strong relationship with Trump at a time when many European leaders are keeping a distance. During the visit, they were repeatedly seen shaking hands, exchanging kisses on the cheek, and praising their friendship.
(With inputs from Reuters)