Trump’s phone background revealed as image of himself
Recent photos confirm Trump uses 2019 image of himself as phone background
Donald Trump’s mobile phone background is an image of himself. This revelation emerged through online investigators who scrutinised two separate photos shared on social media, showing the former president and his iPhone’s lock screen.
The background image dates back to 19 July 2019, during Trump’s presidency. Photographer Chip Somodevilla captured the image, depicting Trump staring and pointing at the camera. It was taken as he departed from the South Lawn of the White House, heading to New Jersey for a fundraising event at his Bedminster golf club.
A photo shared by Aaron Steinberg, known as Steiny from the YouTube group Nelk Boys, displays Trump’s iPhone face-up on a table while posing with the group. During this encounter, Trump autographed Make America Great Again hats for the YouTubers aboard Trump Force One, filming content for the 2024 candidate’s campaign.
I’m voting for Trump because he has his own picture as the background on his phone pic.twitter.com/xLaXjmchGJ
— Saint (@Wh0reSmack) October 22, 2024
Additionally, on 5 October, Sen. Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) posted a photo on Facebook with Trump, where his phone wallpaper is also visible. Schmitt, who is seeking reelection, was travelling with Trump to Butler, Pennsylvania, following an assassination attempt at the same location two-and-a-half months earlier. Schmitt is speculated to be a contender for Attorney General if Trump secures a second term.
Zoomed-in images from Trump’s campaign jet clarify that he uses the 2019 photograph as the background on at least one of his mobile devices. While some earlier images and videos were less clear, the more recent, clearer photos confirm the use of the 2019 image. A late 2023 video of Trump golfing also clearly showcases his phone screen with the same picture from his tenure in the Oval Office.
What Other Media Are Saying
- Forbes reports that Donald Trump shared a fake AI-created image of himself praying on Truth Social, highlighting AI-generated hands and anatomical inconsistencies as giveaways.(read more)
- Gizmodo explores Donald Trump’s narcissism as reflected in his iPhone wallpaper, a photo of himself taken during his presidency, highlighting his self-absorption and potential implications for his presidency.(read more)
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions asked about this news
What is Donald Trump’s phone background?
An image of himself taken on 19 July 2019.
Who took the photo used as Trump’s phone background?
Photographer Chip Somodevilla.
Where was Trump heading when the background image was taken?
To New Jersey for a fundraising event at his Bedminster golf club.
Who recently posted a photo confirming Trump’s phone background?
Sen. Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) and Aaron Steinberg from the Nelk Boys.
What activity was Trump involved in when the background photo was captured?
He was departing from the South Lawn of the White House.
