Televangelist and White House “spiritual adviser” Paula White compared President Trump to Jesus because both were “betrayed, arrested and falsely accused.”
The controversial statement came during a Palm Sunday lunch held at the White House on Sunday (29).
“While I was praying, it was as if the Holy Spirit focused on me and said: ‘Tell President Trump how grateful you are for him,’” White said. The spiritual adviser received a standing ovation from everyone present at the event.
“Jesus taught us so many lessons through His death, burial and resurrection. He showed us great leadership. Great transformations require great sacrifices and, Mr. President, no one has paid the price the way you have,” she said.
White was likely referring to the assassination attempt Trump faced during a rally in 2024.
“It almost cost your life. You were betrayed, arrested and falsely accused. It is a familiar pattern that our Lord and Savior showed us. But it did not end there for Him, and it did not end there for you… Because of His resurrection, you rose up,” she concluded.
Users on the social media platform X, formerly Twitter, were outraged by the comparisons made by the spiritual adviser.
“Religious fanatics,” one wrote. “These people are completely idiots. And they claim to be fighting against religious fanaticism. They will forever be the shame of this 21st century,” another accused.
“I feel embarrassed by many Christians in this country,” another lamented. “It is simply sick to compare this man to Jesus. Pure blasphemy,” one profile protested.
“‘It’s not a cult at all. By the way, Trump is the literal incarnation of Christ,’” a third mocked.
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Paula White compares Trump to Jesus during event with faith leaders: “You were betrayed and arrested and falsely accused. It’s a familiar pattern that our Lord and Savior showed us. Because of His resurrection, you rose up.” pic.twitter.com/Ddc8hflU34
— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) April 1, 2026
