How Trump’s Jesus-like image and feud with the Pope are sparking backlash

Trump’s Religious Symbolism Sparks Controversy

President Donald Trump has drawn increasing criticism following a controversial post on Truth Social, which featured an AI-generated image of him portrayed as a Christ-like figure. The image, which has since been removed, depicted Trump seemingly performing a miraculous act of healing a hospitalized individual. This visual came shortly after the president delivered a detailed critique of Pope Leo XIV, intensifying the debate around his public persona. Trump later clarified that he believed the image showed him as a medical professional, emphasizing his interpretation of the scene.

“It is so great to hear from Earth again,” said astronaut Christina Koch upon reestablishing communication with mission control.

According to BBC reporter Sarah Smith, the president’s portrayal of himself as a spiritual leader has stirred mixed reactions among his supporters and critics alike. While some interpret the image as a symbolic gesture, others view it as an attempt to align his political influence with religious authority.

Artemis II: A Milestone in Lunar Exploration

The Artemis II crew has completed a historic 10-day journey around the Moon, setting a new record for distance traveled from Earth. Their mission, which reached further than any human expedition before, has been highlighted by NASA as a critical step toward future lunar landings. Among the crew, Jeremy Hansen became Canada’s first astronaut to venture into deep space, marking a significant national achievement.

Rebecca Morelle, the BBC’s Science Editor, interviewed the astronauts ahead of their planned splashdown, noting their preparations from spacesuit fittings to final communication checks. The crew’s orbital maneuvers tested the Orion spacecraft’s capabilities, with NASA aiming to land humans on the Moon again by 2028. Despite their progress, the current mission does not include a lunar landing, though it serves as a precursor to future objectives.

During their voyage, the astronauts encountered challenges, including a setback when Commander Reid Wiseman’s wife passed away from cancer in 2020. Meanwhile, a separate event saw over 15,000 marshmallows released from a helicopter during the annual ‘Great Marshmallow Drop,’ drawing attention from spectators on a commercial flight who witnessed the historic launch from just three miles away.