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Trump's Spiritual Adviser Compares Him to Jesus, Sparks Outrage

4/2/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump faced controversy after Paula White-Cain, his spiritual adviser, compared him to Jesus during a White House Easter event.
White-Cain claimed Trump faced betrayal and false accusations like Jesus.
She added, "It almost cost you your life."
Catholic theologian Rich Raho expressed outrage, noting the presence of a U.S. Bishop during the speech.
Trump later said he has been called a king amid protests, fueling the controversy.

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U.S. President Donald Trump faced controversy after Paula White-Cain, his spiritual adviser, compared him to Jesus during a White House Easter event.
White-Cain claimed Trump faced betrayal and false accusations like Jesus.
She added, "It almost cost you your life."
Catholic theologian Rich Raho expressed outrage, noting the presence of a U.S. Bishop during the speech.
Trump later said he has been called a king amid protests, fueling the controversy.