Donald Trump is back at it again—and this time, he’s ruffling some serious feathers. Just days before the Vatican’s papal conclave begins, the former president took to Truth Social to share an AI-generated image of himself dressed as the Pope. That’s right—Trump in full papal regalia, seated on a throne, holding a cross in his hand like he’s already crowned the next leader of the Catholic Church.
Is this a harmless joke? Or has Trump gone too far this time?
The image comes on the heels of Trump’s April 30 comment when he jokingly said he would love to be the next Pope. “I would be a great Pope. Everybody loves me!” he said. Lindsey Graham, a loyal ally, even laughed it off, suggesting it might be a fun idea. But not everyone’s laughing.
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Catholic groups and religious leaders are furious. Trump’s joke—coupled with the image—has raised eyebrows for being disrespectful, especially in the wake of Pope Francis’ recent passing and with the papal conclave about to begin on May 7. The election of a new Pope is a historic event, but Trump’s antics have thrown a wrench into the moment, distracting the public and possibly turning the Vatican into a circus.
Let’s be real: this is classic Trump. He’s a master of controversy, and this stunt is no different. Whether it’s a satirical comment or a deliberate move to steal the spotlight, it’s working. The media attention is massive—and Trump’s name is everywhere.
Some are calling it a mockery of the sacred office, while others say it’s just another instance of Trump doing what Trump does best: keep the world talking.
And don’t forget—the papal conclave is right around the corner. With Cardinal Timothy Dolan of New York possibly in the running, people are eager to see who will take the reins. But with Trump’s satirical post, the focus is shifting from the next pope to the ex-president. Mission accomplished? You decide.
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