The media is stunned.
Politicians are outraged.
Liberal religious leaders are incensed.
Why?
Because President Trump has chosen to center this Easter week around Jesus Christ.
Here are seven compelling reasons why this Easter stands apart in recent history:
1. “He Is Risen!”—A Bold Declaration from the President
On Palm Sunday, President Trump took to Truth Social to share a message that resonated deeply with Christians:
“Christians around the world remember the crucifixion of God’s only begotten Son, our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and on Easter Sunday, we celebrate His glorious resurrection and proclaim, as Christians have done for nearly 2,000 years, ‘HE IS RISEN!’”
“He is risen!” is historically the Christian’s joyous declaration of faith, celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the hope it brings to believers worldwide.
2. A Contrast to Previous Administrations
This year’s Easter message starkly contrasts with previous years. Notably, in 2024, the White House faced backlash for declaring Easter Sunday as “Transgender Day of Visibility,” overshadowing the Christian significance of the day.
In contrast, President Trump’s message focused solely on the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, emphasizing the core tenets of the Christian faith.
3. Theologically Rich Holy Week Message
Beyond social media, the White House released a comprehensive Holy Week message:
“This Holy Week, Melania and I join in prayer with Christians celebrating the crucifixion and resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ—the living Son of God who conquered death, freed us from sin, and unlocked the gates of Heaven for all of humanity.
Beginning with Christ’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday and culminating in the Paschal Triduum, which begins on Holy Thursday with the Mass of the Lord’s Supper, followed by Good Friday, and reaching its pinnacle in the Easter Vigil on Holy Saturday night. This week is a time of reflection for Christians to memorialize Jesus’ crucifixion—and to prepare their hearts, minds, and souls for His miraculous Resurrection from the dead.
During this sacred week, we acknowledge that the glory of Easter Sunday cannot come without the sacrifice Jesus Christ made on the cross. In His final hours on Earth, Christ willingly endured excruciating pain, torture, and execution on the cross out of a deep and abiding love for all His creation. Through His suffering, we have redemption. Through His death, we are forgiven of our sins. Through His Resurrection, we have hope of eternal life. On Easter morning, the stone is rolled away, the tomb is empty, and light prevails over darkness—signaling that death does not have the final word.
This Holy Week, my Administration renews its promise to defend the Christian faith in our schools, military, workplaces, hospitals, and halls of government. We will never waver in safeguarding the right to religious liberty, upholding the dignity of life, and protecting God in our public square.
As we focus on Christ’s redeeming sacrifice, we look to His love, humility, and obedience—even in life’s most difficult and uncertain moments. This week, we pray for an outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon our beloved Nation. We pray that America will remain a beacon of faith, hope, and freedom for the entire world, and we pray to achieve a future that reflects the truth, beauty, and goodness of Christ’s eternal kingdom in Heaven.
May God bless you and your family during this special time of year and may He continue to bless the United States of America.”
4. Unprecedented Easter Staff Worship Service
President Trump is organizing a special Easter worship service at the White House, inviting Pastor Greg Laurie, Rev. Franklin Graham, and Pastor Jentezen Franklin. The service will include prayer, scripture readings, communion, and a powerful gospel message, all accompanied by uplifting Christian music.
5. A Week Devoted Entirely to Easter
Throughout Easter week, President Trump is engaging in multiple activities to honor the holiday:
6. The Easter Dinner
A special Easter dinner will feature worship performances by the Liberty University worship choir, the Marine Corps Band, and Christian singer Charles Billingsley.
7. Dismantling the War on Christianity
In his Holy Week message, President Trump emphasized his administration’s commitment to defending the Christian faith:
“This Holy Week, my Administration renews its promise to defend the Christian faith in our schools, military, workplaces, hospitals, and halls of government. We will never waver in safeguarding the right to religious liberty, upholding the dignity of life, and protecting God in our public square.”
Further demonstrating this commitment, President Trump appointed former pastor and U.S. Representative Mark Walker as Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom, tasked with advocating for religious freedom worldwide.
Ever since the assassination attempt on President Trump’s life, he has acknowledged his faith more openly. But this week marks a full declaration that is powerful and glorifies the true and loving God.
What do you think? Did President Trump do the right thing? What would you have done? Email me at [email protected].