Donald Trump Shares AI-Generated Image of Himself as Pope, Sparking Outrage Following Pope Francis' Death. The image generated significant controversy and criticism on social media.
Trump Posts AI Image: Former US President Donald Trump has once again sparked controversy on social media. He recently shared an AI-generated image depicting himself dressed as the Pope. The image shows Trump wearing a papal robe and a cross, leading many to interpret it as a self-proclaimed papal succession.
Image Shared After Pope's Death Infuriates Users
The timing of the AI image's release further fueled the controversy. Pope Francis passed away on April 22nd. Trump sharing such an image just days later was deemed insensitive and disrespectful by many.
Several users condemned the image as an affront to the Catholic Church and Pope Francis. One user wrote, "This is an insult to God and the Church; Trump believes himself to be God."
Trump's Remarks and Sarcastic References to the Vatican
Days prior, Trump jokingly stated, "I would like to be the next Pope." Following the viral AI image, users are now employing sarcastic remarks like "Make Vatican Great Again," a play on Trump's campaign slogan, "Make America Great Again."
Amidst the controversy, Trump suggested New York Cardinal Timothy Dolan as a suitable successor. No American has ever been elected Pope, and the Vatican has yet to officially announce a new Pope.
