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White House Posts Altered Image of Trump as James Bond

Published 18 May 2026

The White House has suggested President Donald Trump as the next James Bond, sharing a digitally altered image of him as the fictional spy on its official social media account. The post, which featured Trump in a tuxedo holding a pistol alongside his "Make America Great Again" slogan and 007 branding, was made after Amazon MGM Studios confirmed the search for a new actor to play the iconic role is officially underway.

The studio stated that while it does not plan to comment on specific details during the casting process, it is excited to share more news with fans when the time is right. Acclaimed casting director Nina Gold, known for her work on major film and television projects, is overseeing the selection. The next film, tentatively referred to as Bond 26, will be directed by Denis Villeneuve from a script by Steven Knight, with producers including Amy Pascal and David Heyman.

There is no indication that Trump is under any legitimate consideration for the role. The studio's search is reportedly focused on actors in their early to mid-thirties who could commit to a multi-film series, with names like Jacob Elordi, Callum Turner, and Aaron Taylor-Johnson frequently mentioned in...

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