Trump's 'shirtless' JD Vance photo, 'creepy' Melania smile raises eyebrows

Trump's late-night social media posts, including AI-generated images and a photo of Melania, have sparked debate.

Published on: May 3, 2026, 24:25:54 IST

By Prakriti Deb

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US President Donald Trump has sparked online debate after sharing a series of late-night social media posts, including AI-generated imagery and a photograph of First Lady Melania Trump.

Among the posts was an image of Melania Trump smiling after a recent incident that law enforcement described as another attempted attack on the president. (REUTERS)

His posting spree began around 11.03 pm local time, when Trump shared an AI-generated image showing himself alongside Vice President JD Vance and Senator Marco Rubio paddling shirtless in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The image referenced a proposed revamp of the landmark, suggesting it would be finished in an “American flag blue” color using an “industrial-grade” surface rather than restoring the original granite base.

Trump followed up with additional images comparing the Reflecting Pool’s appearance during former President Barack Obama’s tenure and how it could look after renovation.

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The United States Department of the Interior said the project “remains on track for completion by the end of May,” adding that the light-blue coating currently visible is part of a standard multi-layer process.

Melania photo

Among the posts was an image of Melania Trump smiling after a recent incident that law enforcement described as another attempted attack on the president. The image circulated with reactions online ranging from supportive to critical, with some users describing the expression as “creepy.”

The post added to buzz around Trump’s late-night activity, which saw multiple updates shared within a short span. Trump’s posts also included criticism of House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, whom he described as “low IQ” and a “thug.”

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Another image featured Trump’s face alongside the Mount Rushmore National Memorial. The president has previously said having his likeness added to the monument “sounds like a good idea,” though a related legislative proposal in 2025 did not progress.

The volume and tone of the posts prompted reactions from commentators and social media users. Political commentator Harry Sisson noted that the posts appeared in succession, writing: “All of this took place in under an hour. This man is not well.”

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Prakriti Deb
Prakriti Deb is a journalist at Hindustan Times Digital, where she is part of the US Desk. She works on stories related to American politics, crime, sports, entertainment and weather. She particularly enjoys covering political developments that have global ripples. Through her work, she aims to break down complex events in a way that feels simple and understandable. Before joining the Hindustan Times, she worked with The Indian Express Digital, where she covered world affairs. She holds a postgraduate degree in Mass Communication with a specialisation in Journalism, along with a bachelor’s degree in English Literature. Outside the newsroom, Prakriti enjoys travelling and stepping out of her comfort zone. She finds her sense of being through storytelling in all its forms, including conversations, painting, theatre, dance and photography. She appreciates discussions that challenge her perspective and help her see the world a little differently.Read More

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