Nigeria, May 4 -- Former U.S. President Donald Trump drew backlash after posting an AI-generated image of himself dressed as the Pope.

Catholic leaders and international figures condemned the act as deeply disrespectful, especially following the recent death of Pope Francis on April 21.

The digitally altered image, shared on official White House social media accounts on Friday night (May 2), showed Trump in full papal attire, including a white cassock, pointed mitre, and a large cross around his neck.

The image, which shows him holding up one finger with a solemn expression, was posted just days before the Vatican begins a conclave to select the next Pope.

The New York State Catholic Conference, which represents bishops across the sta...