Trump Sparks Controversy with AI Pope Image After Pope Francis’s Funeral
Just a week after Pope Francis’s funeral, Donald Trump drew backlash by posting an AI-generated image of himself dressed as the pope on Truth Social, reigniting criticism over his previous jokes about becoming pope. Many called the post disrespectful, especially during a time of mourning, and accused Trump of mocking the Catholic faith.
Adding to the controversy, Trump was criticized for wearing a blue suit instead of traditional dark attire at the funeral, breaking with diplomatic protocol. During the event, however, he had a brief but notable meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, signaling a shift in their strained relationship as Trump voiced stronger opposition to Russia.
