U.S. President Donald J. Trump has come under heavy criticism following his recent social media post featuring an AI-generated image of himself dressed as the Pope.
The controversial post, which surfaced just days after the burial of Pope Francis, has sparked outrage among social media users and religious observers.
The image, shared on Trump’s social media platform, shows the former president in full papal attire, including the mitre and staff, posing in a regal manner reminiscent of the late pontiff.
The post was interpreted by many as insensitive, especially considering the timing of its release, which coincided with a period of mourning for millions of Catholics around the world.
Social media users quickly condemned the post, accusing Trump of being disrespectful to the memory of Pope Francis and exploiting a moment of grief for attention. Some critics described the image as “tone-deaf” and “inappropriate,” questioning the intent behind the portrayal.
While Trump has not issued a public statement addressing the backlash, political analysts note that this is not the first time the former president has used AI-generated content to create controversial imagery.
Critics argue that such posts undermine the seriousness of global events and risk further inflaming political and religious tensions.
The incident has reignited debates surrounding the ethical use of AI in media, especially by influential public figures.
