U.S. President Donald Trump has removed a controversial AI-generated image depicting himself in a Jesus-like form following widespread criticism from religious leaders.
The image, shared on his Truth Social platform, showed Trump in flowing robes appearing to heal a sick person, with light radiating from him as onlookers watched in reverence.
The post sparked outrage, with critics accusing him of blasphemy.
Responding to the backlash, Trump denied portraying himself as Jesus Christ, stating the image was intended to represent him as a doctor helping people.
The development drew sharp reactions from prominent conservative Christians, including Megan Basham, who described the post as offensive and called for an apology.
The incident adds to a pattern of Trump’s use of religious imagery, which has continued to stir debate among supporters and critics alike.