Trump’s AI Jesus Post Sparks Backlash

The White House is facing a deepening rift with the Catholic Church following President Trump's recent social media activity and his public attacks on Pope Leo XIV. After deleting an initial post that appeared to compare him to the messiah, Trump doubled down by sharing a new image of himself with Jesus, claiming it would 'trigger' his political opponents.

Vice President JD Vance, a Catholic convert, has defended the president by urging the Pope to be 'careful' when discussing theology, a move that drew a sharp rebuke from the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops.

Religious experts warn that this unprecedented feud with the Vatican could alienate a crucial segment of the Republican base ahead of the midterm elections.