Trump draws criticism with AI image of himself as the pope ahead of the papal conclave

In a surreal twist, President Trump shared an AI-generated image of himself dressed as the pope just days before the conclave to elect Pope Francis’s successor, sparking outrage across the Catholic world. While the Vatican mourns, Trump’s post has raised questions about digital respect and leadership optics. But here’s the packaging industry angle—AI-generated images like this may trigger stricter global regulations on digital authenticity, which could spill over into labeling laws and packaging claims. Think about it: if governments crack down on misleading AI imagery, packaging that uses AI to simulate textures, logos, or endorsements might face new compliance hurdles.https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2025-05-03/trump-draws-criticism-with-ai-image-of-himself-as-the-pope-ahead-of-the-papal-conclave

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