President Donald Trump posted a second AI‑generated picture on Truth Social on Wednesday, showing Jesus placing a hand on his shoulder. The caption read, "The Radical Left Lunatics might not like this, but I think it is quite nice!!!" The image follows a deleted post from Monday that portrayed Trump himself as Jesus Christ. In that earlier picture, he appeared in robes surrounded by radiant light, seemingly performing a healing while angel‑like figures hovered nearby. The Monday post also included a comment that labelled Pope Leo "weak" after the pontiff called for peace. Both images were generated by artificial intelligence and shared on Trump's own social‑media platform before the first one was removed amid widespread criticism from the public. The president's use of religious iconography sparked a wave of backlash across the United States, prompting the removal of the initial post and the subsequent, more modest depiction of Jesus embracing him.
Trump's decision to lean on AI‑crafted religious imagery underscores a willingness to stir controversy rather than convey policy. By juxtaposing himself with a figure like Jesus, he seeks to frame opposition as "Radical Left Lunatics," a tactic that blurs the line between faith and political theater.
The episode reflects a broader pattern of the former president using his personal platform to bypass traditional media, especially after criticism from religious leaders such as Pope Leo. The rapid deletion of the first image shows how volatile public reaction can be when sacred symbols are politicised.
For ordinary Nigerians watching U.S. politics, the incident illustrates how digital manipulation can amplify polarising narratives, potentially shaping perceptions of American leadership and its moral positioning.
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