Trump shares partially handcuffed AI alien in shackles in wild posting spree days after Pentagon releases UFO files

As tensions surrounding Iran and stalled diplomatic negotiations continued to dominate headlines, US President Donald Trump focused on another out-of-this-world problem. Trump spent hours reposting and sharing surreal AI-generated visuals on Truth Social, many centered around military conflict, outer space warfare, and extraterrestrial themes, on Sunday, May 17.

The posting spree came days after the Trump administration released a batch of declassified UFO and UAP files to the public. One of the most discussed images showed the 79-year-old president walking beside an apparent alien figure in restraints, escorted by Secret Service agents and a US Army soldier through what appeared to be a desert military base.

The AI-generated image drew attention for visible glitches, with the alien seemingly shackled at the legs while only partially handcuffed. Mountains could be seen in the distance, with military vehicles parked across the background, adding to the militarized sci-fi setting.

Another AI-generated image portrayed the president floating in orbit beneath the words “Space Force,” surrounded by satellites and seemingly directing missile strikes toward Earth.

Several of the posts focused directly on Iran and military conflict in West Asia. One edited map pointed toward Iran, while another depicted a US drone attacking Iranian fast boats alongside the caption: “BYE BYE, Fast boats.”

Trump’s reposts also included domestic political attacks. Among them was an altered graphic describing Venezuela as the “51st US state,” alongside another image targeting Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries, portraying him as “low IQ” while showing money scattered across his congressional district.

The AI-heavy posting spree followed several earlier Trump posts that had already circulated widely online, including digitally altered images referencing the Pope, Jesus, and a Mandalorian-style sci-fi character.

The timing of the alien-themed posts drew additional attention because they came shortly after Trump’s administration ordered the release of previously classified government files related to UFOs, extraterrestrial life, and unidentified aerial phenomena. In February, Trump directed federal agencies to review and release records connected to UFOs, UAPs, and extraterrestrial life, citing “tremendous interest.”

On May 8, the Pentagon released its first batch of declassified UAP files, videos, and reports tied to government investigations.