Trump's Controversial Truth Social Posts Spark Outrage

From AI-generated images to inflammatory rhetoric, the former president's social media activity continues to draw criticism.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 1:07am

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Former President Donald Trump has faced renewed backlash over a series of controversial posts on his Truth Social platform, including an AI-generated image depicting him as a Christ-like figure, as well as posts criticizing the Pope, the Obamas, and various political opponents. Trump's social media activity has repeatedly drawn accusations of inflammatory, misleading, and offensive content.

Why it matters

Trump's use of Truth Social to bypass traditional media and directly communicate with his supporters has amplified concerns about the spread of misinformation and the potential for political leaders to abuse social media platforms. His posts have sparked outrage from religious groups, civil rights advocates, and political rivals, raising questions about the boundaries of free speech and the responsibility of public figures on social media.

The details

Trump's most recent controversial post was an AI-generated image that depicted him in a Christ-like pose, which was quickly removed from his account after facing widespread criticism. The president has also used Truth Social to attack political opponents, including Pope Leo XIV, whom he called 'weak' and 'terrible,' as well as former President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama, whom he shared an AI-generated video depicting as apes. Additionally, Trump has used profanity and threats of violence towards Iran, and has accused Democratic lawmakers of 'seditious behavior' that is 'punishable by death.'

  • On April 12, Trump posted the AI-generated image of himself as a Christ-like figure.
  • On April 13, Trump defended the post, saying it was meant to depict him as a doctor helping people.
  • In February 2026, Trump posted an AI-generated video meme depicting the Obamas as apes, which was later deleted.
  • In December 2025, Trump made controversial comments about the death of actor and director Rob Reiner.
  • In October 2025, Trump posted an AI-generated video showing himself as a 'King Trump' during nationwide 'No Kings' protests.

The players

Donald Trump

The former president of the United States, who has used his Truth Social platform to post a series of controversial and inflammatory content.

Pope Leo XIV

The current Pope, who has criticized Trump's policies and was the target of one of the former president's Truth Social posts.

Barack Obama

The former president of the United States, who was the subject of an AI-generated video meme posted by Trump that depicted him and his wife Michelle as apes.

Michelle Obama

The former first lady of the United States, who was also the subject of the AI-generated video meme posted by Trump.

Rob Reiner

The late actor and director, whose death Trump commented on in a controversial Truth Social post.

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What they’re saying

“I didn't make a mistake. I looked at the beginning of it and it was fine.”

— Donald Trump, Former President

“He was known to have driven people CRAZY by his raging obsession of President Donald J. Trump.”

— Donald Trump, Former President

“It's called SEDITIOUS BEHAVIOR AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL. Each one of these traitors to our Country should be ARRESTED AND PUT ON TRIAL. Their words cannot be allowed to stand - We won't have a Country anymore!!! An example MUST BE SET.”

— Donald Trump, Former President

What’s next

The White House has not indicated whether it will take any further action in response to Trump's controversial social media posts. However, the former president's continued use of inflammatory rhetoric and unsubstantiated claims on his platform is likely to keep the issue in the public spotlight and spark ongoing debates about the role of social media in political discourse.

The takeaway

Trump's use of Truth Social to bypass traditional media and directly communicate with his supporters has amplified concerns about the spread of misinformation and the potential for political leaders to abuse social media platforms. His posts have sparked outrage from a wide range of groups, raising questions about the boundaries of free speech and the responsibility of public figures on social media.