Franklin Graham's Fierce Defense Of Trump’s Jesus-Like Post Highlights A Growing Pattern, Expert Says
By Kimberley Richards
Published on April 17, 2026.
Franklin Graham, son of late evangelist Billy Graham, defended President Donald Trump on social media, after a controversial image depicted him as a Jesus-like figure posted on his Truth Social platform depicted him wearing white and red robes and apparently healing a sick man. The post was widely denounced by religious leaders and politicians across the political spectrum, including some of Trump's most outspoken supporters. Despite the backlash, Graham defended the post, stating that he didn't believe Trump would have intentionally depicted himself as Jesus Christ. He also defended another post featuring an image of Jesus embracing him.
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