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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Rhian Lubin

White House quietly deletes Easter video of Trump being compared to Jesus Christ

  • The White House deleted video footage from an Easter event where Donald Trump made several controversial statements.
  • During the closed-door gathering, Trump mused about being king, insulted European leaders, and encouraged Erika Kirk to sue her critics.
  • Trump's spiritual adviser, Paula White-Cain, drew criticism for comparing him to Jesus Christ during her remarks at the event.
  • Clips of Trump's speech circulated on social media after the official video was removed from the White House website and YouTube channel.
  • The video was downloaded by reporters and the Democratic National Committee before its removal, despite the event being closed to the press.

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