President Trump’s Scripture Reading for America Reads the Bible Published Online
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Updated · The New York Times · Apr 28
President Trump’s Scripture Reading for America Reads the Bible Published Online
9 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Apr 28
The video, filmed in the Oval Office on April 7, features Trump reading II Chronicles and was released amid criticism for his remarks about Pope Leo XIV and a controversial social media post.
Event organizer Bunni Pounds confirmed Trump’s participation, noting uncertainty about his personal faith but acknowledging his engagement with scripture.
Many white evangelicals continue to support Trump, prioritizing political goals over concerns about his complex relationship with religion and recent provocative actions regarding Iran and religious figures.
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