Why everyone is talking about the Antichrist
There has been a resurgence of discussions about the Antichrist in contemporary politics, particularly among far-right figures. Some are speculating whether Donald Trump could embody this biblical figure, while others, like Peter Thiel, are leading discussions on the topic in tech circles. This renewed interest reflects a historical pattern where societal crises often lead to heightened fears of apocalyptic figures.
- ▪Far-right figures are questioning if Donald Trump could be the Antichrist.
- ▪Peter Thiel has been leading closed-door lectures on the Antichrist, attracting attention from the Vatican.
- ▪Historically, figures labeled as antichrists emerge during periods of societal crisis.
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PoliticsWhy everyone is talking about the AntichristAre the end times here?by Christian PazMay 26, 2026, 10:30 AM UTCShareGiftA religious sign held up above fans outside of the stadium before a football game between Penn State and University of Michigan on October 19, 2019, in University Park, Pennsylvania. Brett Carlsen/Getty ImagesChristian Paz is a correspondent at Vox, where he covers the Democratic Party. He joined Vox in 2022 after reporting on national and international politics for the Atlantic’s politics, global, and ideas teams, including the role of Latino voters in the 2020 election.In case you didn’t notice, the Antichrist is back.All right, forgive the hyperbole — this biblical agent of Satan hasn’t actually returned to lead a rebellion against God before Christ’s second…
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