Michael Baumgartner calls Christ-like image of Trump 'inappropriate,' says president was wrong to criticize Pope Leo - Tue, 14 Apr 2026 PST
President Trump faced criticism for attacking Pope Leo XIV and sharing an AI image depicting himself as a religious figure.
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Rep. Michael Baumgartner criticized President Trump for attacks on Pope Leo XIV and for sharing an AI-generated image of himself as a Christ-like figure, amid a broader conflict regarding U.S. military action in Iran.
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