Donald Trump Deletes AI ‘Jesus-Like’ Image After Backlash, Defends Intent

Story: Written by springnewsng April 14,2026
Donald Trump has deleted a controversial AI-generated image depicting himself in a Jesus-like form following widespread outrage and online mockery.
The image, which was shared on his Truth Social platform, showed Trump in a symbolic healing pose that many interpreted as portraying him as a Christ-like figure. The post quickly drew criticism from religious leaders, political commentators, and even some of his supporters, who described it as inappropriate and offensive. �
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Responding to the backlash, Trump defended the post, insisting that the image was misunderstood and was intended to depict him “as a doctor” helping people, not as a religious figure. �
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The controversy comes amid an ongoing feud between Trump and Pope Leo XIV, who has publicly criticised the war involving Iran. Trump has repeatedly attacked the pontiff over his stance, further intensifying tensions between political and religious circles. �
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Despite removing the image, the incident has sparked renewed debate over the use of artificial intelligence in political messaging and the sensitivity of religious symbolism in public discourse.