Original Resolution Condemning President Donald J. Trump for his disgraceful, despicable, and disrespectful social media post depicting himself as Jesus Christ, diminishing the dignity of the Presidency and bringing disrepute to the office
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (29 Apr 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
What this bill does
H.Res. 1226, introduced by Representative Al Green of Texas, is a resolution in the House of Representatives that formally condemns President Donald J. Trump. The resolution specifically addresses a social media post on April 12, 2026, where the President was depicted as Jesus Christ. The resolution states that this action diminished the dignity of the Presidency and brought disrepute to the office.
The resolution's findings section details the image, noting it was AI-generated and portrayed President Trump in a manner consistent with traditional religious art depicting Jesus Christ, including elements signifying divinity and sacred authority. It further cites public commentary and asserts that such use of religious imagery by the President is inconsistent with respect for diverse beliefs, erodes the dignity of the office, and risks fostering division.
This resolution has been introduced and referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. As it is a resolution, it expresses the opinion of the House of Representatives and does not require the President's signature. If passed by the House, it would officially convey the condemnation and may call for a public statement from the President.
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Timeline
29 Apr 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 1226 do?
- H.Res. 1226, introduced by Representative Al Green of Texas, is a resolution in the House of Representatives that formally condemns President Donald J. Trump. The resolution specifically addresses a social media post on April 12, 2026, where the President was depicted as Jesus Christ. The resolution states that this action diminished the dignity of the Presidency and brought disrepute to the office. The resolution's findings section details the image, noting it was AI-generated and portrayed President Trump in a manner consistent with traditional religious art depicting Jesus Christ, including elements signifying divinity and sacred authority. It further cites public commentary and asserts that such use of religious imagery by the President is inconsistent with respect for diverse beliefs, erodes the dignity of the office, and risks fostering division. This resolution has been introduced and referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. As it is a resolution, it expresses the opinion of the House of Representatives and does not require the President's signature. If passed by the House, it would officially convey the condemnation and may call for a public statement from the President.
- Has H.Res. 1226 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Res. 1226. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1226?
- H.Res. 1226 was sponsored by Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9] (D-TX), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1226?
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. (29 Apr 2026).
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