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Trump Joins Nativity Scenes: Artistry Meets Controversy

12/23/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump is depicted in Christmas Nativity scenes along Via San Gregorio Armeno.
Shops that craft these scenes now display Trump figurines, signaling rising popularity.
Local artist Michele Buonincontro says some clients place Trump among the three wise men and note he is not a saint but connected to religion.
Rev. Federico Battaglia, secretary to the archbishop of Naples, supports the inclusion and compares Trump to Augustus, emphasizing their powerful roles.

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U.S. President Donald Trump is depicted in Christmas Nativity scenes along Via San Gregorio Armeno.
Shops that craft these scenes now display Trump figurines, signaling rising popularity.
Local artist Michele Buonincontro says some clients place Trump among the three wise men and note he is not a saint but connected to religion.
Rev. Federico Battaglia, secretary to the archbishop of Naples, supports the inclusion and compares Trump to Augustus, emphasizing their powerful roles.