US President Donald Trump has sparked controversy after sharing an AI-generated image featuring him and New York Governor Kathy Hochul in a basketball-themed setup.
The post, shared on Truth Social, appeared to place the two political figures in a stylised sports rivalry scenario, framed as a symbolic 'face-off' rather than an actual event.
The image spread across social media platforms, where users questioned its tone and intent, with many describing it as unusual for a sitting president to share such content.
Alongside the image, Trump wrote: 'PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP vs. Kathy Hochul, New York's failed Governor who, if people are smart, will vote for Bruce Blakeman — He will, MAKE NEW YORK GREAT AGAIN! President DJT'
Internet reaction
The AI image triggered immediate reactions online, with users mocking both the visual and the framing of the post.
One comment read: 'Every day, he discovers new methods to not only humiliate himself but also the entire nation.'
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Another comment read: 'It's literally impossible to lower the dignity of the office any more than Donald Trump has. It's true that power doesn't change you, it just reveals who you truly are.'
'Even a 7 year old wouldn't post something this ridiculous,' read another.
Trump's AI spree
The controversy adds to a growing list of AI-generated images Trump has recently shared online.
Earlier this week, Trump uploaded a photo of him kneeling beside a rhinoceros while holding a shotgun.
Before that, he also posted an edited image of former President Joe Biden appearing asleep at the Oval Office desk while Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton stood behind him.
These are just some posts from his latest AI spree.
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Earlier this year, the president sparked backlash after reposting AI-created visuals depicting himself in papal-style attire shortly after renewed public debate surrounding the Vatican and the future of the Catholic Church.
Then in April, Trump shared an AI-generated image that appeared to portray him as a Jesus-like figure healing a sick man.
Trump later deleted the post and reportedly said the image had actually been intended to depict him as a doctor rather than a religious figure.
