Why did Trump post an image depicting himself as Jesus

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On Sunday, April 12, 2026, Trump shared an image showing him in white robes, bathed in divine light, and placing a healing hand on a sick man’s forehead. The background included patriotic symbols like the Statue of Liberty, bald eagles, and fighter jets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/today-explained--6659607/support.Don’t miss our latest episodes! follow us to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support our podcast to serve update news entire the world!

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