Donald Trump has faced strong criticism after sharing an AI-generated image portraying himself as a Jesus-like figure. The post quickly went viral and sparked outrage across political and religious circles.
The image was shared on Trump’s Truth Social platform. It showed him wearing a white robe and placing his hand on a person’s head. The scene appeared similar to traditional depictions of Jesus performing a healing. Many users described the image as inappropriate and offensive.
Following the backlash, the post was deleted within a day. Critics argued that comparing oneself to Jesus is disrespectful and insensitive. The reaction came from both political leaders and religious figures.
Trump later defended himself while speaking to reporters. He said the image was meant to show him as a doctor or a humanitarian worker. He dismissed the criticism and called it “fake news.” However, the explanation did little to calm public reaction.
The controversy also increased tensions with Pope Leo XIV. Trump openly criticized the pope, calling him weak on crime and foreign policy. He said he did not want a pope who criticizes the US president.
In response, Pope Leo avoided direct confrontation. During a visit abroad, he stressed the importance of peace and dialogue. He highlighted the need for cooperation to reduce global conflicts.
Senior Catholic leaders in the United States also reacted strongly. Paul S. Coakley stated that the pope is not a political rival. He said the Church’s role is based on faith, not politics. George Leo Thomas supported the pope’s message of unity and dialogue.
International leaders joined the criticism. Giorgia Meloni called Trump’s comments unacceptable. Bernie Sanders described the act as offensive and egotistical.
Even some conservative voices criticized the post. Public figures said the image was disrespectful to religious beliefs. They called for more sensitivity when dealing with faith-related topics.
The incident has further strained relations between the White House and the Vatican. Disagreements over policies and global issues had already created tension.
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Despite the controversy, Trump continues to have strong support among many Christian voters. However, this latest issue has raised fresh concerns about the use of religious imagery in politics.
