President Donald Trump used Easter Sunday to deliver a series of politically charged messages targeting his critics and advancing themes central to his administration, including immigration enforcement and judicial reform.
The posts came alongside official holiday events, including the annual White House Easter Egg Roll and messages from other administration officials.
Trump, 78, began his Easter remarks on Truth Social with a greeting that quickly turned confrontational. In one post, he extended wishes not only to his supporters but also to what he called “Radical Left Lunatics,” accusing them of working to allow violent criminals and gang members to re-enter the country. He linked these individuals to ongoing border security concerns, a recurring theme in his public messaging. He went on to characterize political opponents, including former President Joe Biden, as complicit in what he described as efforts to undermine national safety.
“Happy Easter to all, including the Radical Left Lunatics who are fighting and scheming so hard to bring Murderers, Drug Lords, Dangerous Prisoners, the Mentally Insane, and well known MS-13 Gang Members and Wife Beaters, back into our Country,” Trump wrote in the sole quoted post.
Other messages attacked members of the judiciary. Without naming specific individuals, Trump accused “weak and ineffective” judges of obstructing efforts to enforce immigration laws and secure the southern border. He tied these critiques to his broader claims that courts have failed to uphold policies designed to protect public safety.
This year’s statements were similar in tone to Trump’s Easter message from 2024, when he also used the holiday to criticize prosecutors and members of the judiciary involved in legal proceedings related to his campaign and administration. That message described legal actions against him as attempts to interfere with the election.
Trump’s comments follow a pattern of blending religious observances with politically motivated commentary. While Easter is a Christian holiday traditionally focused on themes of hope and renewal, Trump has frequently used the occasion to draw attention to political grievances. This year was no exception, as his remarks quickly spread across media platforms and drew responses from both supporters and critics.
Meanwhile, First Lady Melania Trump offered a markedly different tone. Her social media message simply read “Happy Easter,” without additional commentary. Vice President JD Vance, who spent part of the day in Rome, posted a similar message. Vance met with Pope Francis during his visit hours before the Pope, according to the vice president’s office.
At the White House, more than 40,000 guests attended the annual Easter Egg Roll. The event, hosted on the South Lawn, featured family-friendly activities and traditional festivities. Speaking briefly during the event, Trump emphasized the role of faith in American life, stating that his administration would “honor Jesus Christ very powerfully throughout our lives.”
Beyond public appearances, Trump’s administration continues to press forward with its immigration agenda. In recent weeks, officials have cited national security concerns to justify expanded enforcement powers. Trump has invoked the Alien Enemies Act in proposed legislation aimed at expediting deportations of individuals suspected of gang affiliation or criminal activity. The policy has faced pushback from civil rights groups and legal advocates, who argue it raises due process concerns.
As the 2024 presidential campaign season progresses, Trump’s holiday messages serve as an extension of his political strategy. By infusing religious observances with policy statements and direct criticisms of opponents, the president continues to mobilize his base on issues ranging from immigration to judicial reform. His use of social media, particularly on symbolic dates, remains a key platform for reinforcing campaign themes.
This year’s Easter posts reaffirmed his approach of leveraging traditional moments for political messaging, a tactic that has become a hallmark of his communication style both in office and during campaigns.
