Trump Fires Back at TIME Magazine Over Unflattering Cover Photo Amid Praise for Historic Peace Deal
Former President Donald Trump brokered a significant peace agreement between Israel and Hamas, an achievement highlighted in a recent TIME Magazine cover story. However, his diplomatic success was quickly overshadowed by his public outrage over the cover photograph.
Trump’s team, including Jared Kushner, spent months in closed-door negotiations to secure the Gaza ceasefire. The deal, which has received bipartisan and international praise, was poised to be a defining moment in his post-presidency.
Despite the positive article, Trump vehemently criticized the accompanying portrait on Truth Social. He called it the “Worst of All Time,” complaining the low-angle shot made his hair look like a “tiny crown” and was a deliberate misrepresentation.
This incident reflects a long and complicated relationship with TIME Magazine. Trump has frequently feuded with the publication, despite having been featured on its cover multiple times and named Person of the Year twice.
The controversy also reignited the perennial public speculation about Trump’s hair. He has consistently denied wearing a toupee, and his strong reaction shows his deep understanding of how imagery shapes public perception.
Behind the photo feud, the substance of the TIME article was highly favorable. It detailed the extensive diplomacy behind the peace deal, which analysts suggested could be a major strategic turning point for the Middle East.
The episode underscores a modern political reality: a single image can often dominate the news cycle, overshadowing even substantial policy achievements. For Trump, controlling his public narrative remains as important as the accomplishments themselves.
