Trump’s AI Jesus Images Spark Viral Debate and Controversy

President Donald Trump discussed an AI-generated image depicting him with Jesus Christ with his longtime associate Bill Pulte before posting it on social media, according to sources familiar with the conversation, as reported by Axios.

The discussion occurred prior to Trump sharing the image on his Truth Social account, which sparked renewed debate over the use of religious imagery in political messaging and drew criticism from religious leaders and commentators across the ideological spectrum.

According to the Axios report, Trump consulted with Pulte, a former White House official and philanthropist known for his close ties to the administration, about the appropriateness and potential impact of the image before deciding to publish it. The sources did not disclose the exact nature of Pulte’s advice or whether he endorsed the post.

The image in question shows Trump standing beside a depiction of Jesus Christ, with both figures appearing to engage in a gesture of solidarity or blessing. It was posted amid ongoing scrutiny of Trump’s use of artificial intelligence-generated content on his social platforms, particularly imagery that blends political messaging with religious symbolism.