President Trump to Read Bible Passage During 'America Reads the Bible' Event

The president will participate in the week-long livestream celebrating 250 years of the Bible in America.

Apr. 20, 2026 at 3:05am

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President Donald Trump is scheduled to take part in the 'America Reads the Bible' event, a week-long livestream celebrating 250 years of the Bible in America. Trump will read a passage from 2 Chronicles 7:11-22 during the event on Tuesday, April 21. Several other politicians and leaders from his administration will also be reading verses as part of the nationwide initiative.

Why it matters

Trump's participation in the Bible reading event is seen as an effort to shore up his standing with Christian supporters, some of whom have been angered by his recent clash with Pope Leo XIV over AI-generated images depicting Trump as Jesus. The event is also part of a broader push to highlight the enduring influence of the Bible in American life.

The details

The 'America Reads the Bible' event is being organized by the Museum of the Bible and will feature a week-long livestream with participants reading from the Bible across the country. In addition to Trump, several other politicians and administration officials are expected to take part in the readings.

  • The event will take place from April 17-24, 2026.
  • Trump is scheduled to read on Tuesday, April 21.

The players

President Donald Trump

The 79-year-old President of the United States who will be participating in the 'America Reads the Bible' event.

Pope Leo XIV

The current Pope who has been in a public dispute with President Trump over AI-generated images depicting Trump as Jesus.

Museum of the Bible

The organization hosting the 'America Reads the Bible' event, which is commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Bible in America.

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What they’re saying

“This week, I send my best wishes to every citizen gathered at the Museum of the Bible, on the National Mall, and all across our country participating in America Reads the Bible, a historic initiative celebrating 250 years of the enduring guidance of God's word.”

— President Donald Trump

What’s next

The 'America Reads the Bible' event will continue through April 24, with participants reading passages from the Bible across the country. The White House has not yet confirmed if President Trump will make any additional appearances or statements during the week-long event.

The takeaway

President Trump's participation in the 'America Reads the Bible' event is seen as a strategic move to reconnect with his Christian base, some of whom have been critical of his recent clash with Pope Leo XIV. The event is part of a broader effort to highlight the continued importance of the Bible in American life and culture.