Trump admits heaven not guaranteed, says he's made life better for millions

US President Donald Trump has once again ignited controversy, this time with remarks suggesting he may not make it to heaven. 

Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One en route to Israel on Sunday, Trump was asked by Peter Doocy of Fox News about his recent remarks dwelling on whether or not he might be permitted to enter the pearly gates and whether his peace plan for Israel and Hamas in Gaza had advanced his case.

“I’m being a little cute,” the president chuckled in response to the question. “I don’t think there’s anything going to get me in heaven. I really don’t. I think I’m not maybe heaven-bound.

 “I may be in heaven right now as we fly on Air Force One. I’m not sure I’m going to be able to make heaven, but I’ve made life a lot better for a lot of people.”

Trump: I don’t think there’s anything that’s going to get me into heaven. I think I’m not heaven bound. I’m not sure I’m going to be able make heaven pic.twitter.com/gzPwKnd5j0

— Acyn (@Acyn) October 12, 2025

This is not the first time Trump has referenced the afterlife. In August, he joked that his efforts to stop wars might help his chances of reaching heaven. 

“I hope ending war helps me get there,” he said at the time, drawing both laughter and criticism.

During his recent exchange with journalists, Trump defended his record, insisting he had “made life a lot better for a lot of people.” He appeared to suggest that his actions, rather than faith, might serve as his moral measure.

The comments triggered sharp reactions from across the political divide. 

Democratic Representative Jasmine Crockett mocked the statement, quipping that Trump would not be seeing “the pearly white gates” anytime soon. 

“Raising hell at home & then pretending to be the President of Peace is diabolical,” she posted. 

She further pondered on how anyone would buy Trump’s bible claiming he has never read a portion of one. 

“In the word it says…”Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me". Welp… he’s definitely not done anything good for the “least, only those with the MOST get his  help… the rest will get harmed.” Matthew 25:40,” she posted.