US EditionTrump mocks Pope Francis' death? US President posts AI image in papal attire, Netizens call it ‘Blasphemy’
- On May 2, 2025, US President Donald Trump shared an AI-created image on Truth Social depicting him in papal attire amid worldwide mourning for Pope Francis.
- The post was made following the passing of Pope Francis due to stroke-related complications in late April and precedes the papal conclave scheduled to begin on May 7 to choose his successor.
- In the image, Trump wears white papal robes, a gold crucifix, and a miter, raising his right hand, which triggered both backlash and praise online.
- Critics called the post blasphemous and disrespectful, while supporters claimed it highlighted Trump's boldness, reflecting tensions among around 75 million US Catholics.
- The image intensified social media debate during a sacred time for Catholics and underscored ongoing speculation about the succession after Pope Francis' influential tenure.
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