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Trump Deletes Controversial AI Image Depicting Himself as Christ After Widespread Backlash
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Trump Deletes Controversial AI Image Depicting Himself as Christ After Widespread Backlash

TLDR

  • Donald Trump shared AI image depicting himself as Christ.

  • Posted April 13, it sparked widespread backlash from all sides.

  • Trump removed the controversial image from Truth Social.

  • Followed his strong criticism of Pope Leo XIV; BBC contacted White House.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has shared an artificial intelligence (AI) generated image on his Truth Social platform, depicting himself in a manner resembling Jesus Christ. The image portrays Trump in a long robe, surrounded by divine light, appearing to heal an individual, with supporters resembling angels or soldiers nearby. The backdrop includes warplanes, fireworks, and the Statue of Liberty, emphasizing American identity. This action has reportedly sparked considerable controversy. The sharing of this image follows Trump's recent strong criticism of the Pope, whom he accused of being "fond of criminals," approving nuclear weapons, and disregarding urban crime, further stating he is not a fan of the "liberal" pontiff.

2 Updates

Update #3\u00b7 Apr 14 · 3:21 AM

The backlash against the AI-generated image was notably widespread across both sides of the US political spectrum, including from some of Trump’s most ardent supporters. The controversial post also followed just hours after Trump had shared a lengthy message criticising Pope Leo XIV, who is known as a vocal critic of the US and Israeli military operation in Iran. The BBC has reportedly contacted the White House for clarification regarding the removal of the post.

Update #2\u00b7 Apr 13 · 4:46 PM

Donald Trump has since removed the AI-generated image depicting himself as a Christ-like figure from his Truth Social account, following widespread backlash from across the political and religious spectrum. The controversial image, shared on April 13, showed Trump in a long robe, appearing to heal a sick man or help a helpless person, surrounded by supporters depicted as angels, and featuring patriotic symbols such as the US flag, eagles, military imagery, and the Statue of Liberty in the background.

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