Trump Faces Backlash over AI Image Depicting Him as Jesus
US President Donald Trump has sparked controversy after posting an image on a social networking site created by artificial intelligence in which he is depicted in the likeness of Jesus Christ. In the visual, he appears in a white robe and gestures reminiscent of healing, while American symbols complement the background.
The post quickly became the target of criticism - not only from his opponents, but also, surprisingly, among a section of conservative and religious supporters. Several of them called the image inappropriate to the point of blasphemy.
Trump released the image at a time when he has strained relations with Pope Leo XIV, who has openly criticized American foreign policy. At the same time, the head of the Catholic Church has conveyed that he is not worried about the Trump administration.
The post was later deleted by the president without explanation.
Analysts warn that such a move could hurt him, especially because of the Christian voters who have helped him significantly in the past to electoral success.