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Buttigieg Slams Trump’s AI Image, Calls It Insulting

4/22/2026

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Pete Buttigieg criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for an AI-generated image depicting him as a Jesus-like figure.
Buttigieg said the post insulted faith and intelligence, prompting applause from the audience.
The image drew backlash from conservatives and faith leaders.
Trump has since shared another image featuring Jesus and a U.S. flag.
Buttigieg addressed Vice President JD Vance's comments to Pope Leo XIV, stressing that faith should not be politicized.

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Pete Buttigieg criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for an AI-generated image depicting him as a Jesus-like figure.
Buttigieg said the post insulted faith and intelligence, prompting applause from the audience.
The image drew backlash from conservatives and faith leaders.
Trump has since shared another image featuring Jesus and a U.S. flag.
Buttigieg addressed Vice President JD Vance's comments to Pope Leo XIV, stressing that faith should not be politicized.