Trump faces backlash after posting AI image appearing to depict him like Jesus

April 13, 2026

TL;DR

President Trump posted an AI-generated image resembling Jesus Christ on Truth Social.
The image was deleted from his account late Monday morning.
The post occurred on Orthodox Easter.
Conservative figures like Riley Gaines, Cam Higby, Michael Knowles, and Rep. Don Bacon criticized the image.
Ari Fleischer and Marjorie Taylor Greene also expressed disapproval, with Greene linking it to Trump's criticism of the Pope.
Allie Beth Stuckey suggested Trump needs humility and understanding of sin.
Erick Erickson noted that Christian Trump supporters are questioning his actions.
The post followed Trump's criticism of Pope Leo XIV regarding U.S. war efforts in Iran.
The original altered image was posted months ago by Nick Adams, who stated Trump is healing the nation.

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