In the image posted on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump can be seen surrounded by divine light, clothed and “healing” a person, while some people next to him are praying. In the background, there is a large American flag and iconic American landmarks, there are also flying eagles, planes in the sky, and glowing angel figures in the sky. The image, originally shared by presidential supporter Nick Adams in February, has drawn widespread criticism.
Bishop William Shomali, Vicar General of the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem, said: “So, the problem is not that he (Trump) tries to emulate Jesus Christ, but that he tries to present himself as if he is a supernatural and great figure.”
It appears that some of Trump’s staunchest supporters are also unhappy, with members of the MAGA movement expressing obvious distress, calling the image offensive and calling for it to be removed.
Gateway Pundit podcaster Victor Nieves said, “Trolling is not an excuse for blasphemy.” “Whoever defends it today will have to do so again on the day of judgment.”
Conservative Daily Wire contributor Michael Knowles posted: “I think someone has already told him, but removing the photo is spiritually and politically appropriate for the president, regardless of intent.”
Podcaster Pastor Alex Stone said: “This is blasphemy.”
However, some MAGA supporters jumped to his defense. Jack Posobiec, a big Trump supporter, posted on X: “And then we all freaked out because Trump posted a meme.”
And Trump didn’t stop there in his speech, the President made a new statement while talking to reporters last night.
Trump said he did not think the American-born Pope was “doing a very good job”, before adding that “I think he likes crime”. He added: “We don’t want a Pope who says it’s OK to have nuclear weapons. “We don’t want a Pope who says it’s OK to have crime in our cities. I don’t like it.”
In response, Pope Leo said he had “no intention of debating” with Trump. He added, “I will continue to speak out loudly against war, promote peace, dialogue among states to find just solutions to problems, and multilateral relations.”
