Trump Claims Jesus-like Image He Posted Was Him “as a Doctor”

This episode of Laura Coates Live examines President Trump's escalating foreign policy moves in the Strait of Hormuz, where he has imposed a blockade on Iranian ports with U.S. military backing, threatening to destroy any ships that approach. Despite Iran's continued adherence to a two-week ceasefire, the U.S. is pushing for a 20-year suspension of uranium enrichment, while Iran offers only five years—creating a 15-year gap in negotiations. Experts debate the strategic wisdom of the blockade, noting its high risk of provoking military retaliation and the lack of allied support, particularly from the UK and EU. Meanwhile, the episode shifts to domestic political drama as Congressman Eric Swalwell resigns from Congress amid multiple sexual misconduct allegations, with his accusers calling for accountability and the House Ethics Committee launching an investigation. The fallout impacts the California gubernatorial race, with candidates like Tom Steyer and Katie Porter gaining momentum. In a controversial social media move, Trump posts an AI-generated image of himself as Jesus, sparking outrage and prompting backlash from religious leaders and even Vice President J.D. Vance, who attempts to downplay the offense. The episode concludes with a discussion on Trump’s lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal over a leaked Epstein letter, which was dismissed due to lack of evidence of actual malice, highlighting the legal hurdles in defamation cases against public figures.