- Pope Leo warns peace threatened by 'whims of rich and powerful' Reuters —
- Trump's feud with Pope Leo widens as Vance, Johnson chime in Global News —
- The pope versus the president: how Leo became Trump’s fearless foe Financial Times —
- Pope doubles down on peace message as Trump’s criticism continues AP News —
- Pope Leo rebukes Cameroon's elites in the country's capital: 'The chains of corruption must be broken' Le Monde —
- Vance critiques Pope on theology, says he should 'be careful' CNN —
- Johnson Says Pope Was Asking for Trouble After Trump Attacks Daily Beast —
- These young Catholics side with Pope Leo over Trump CNN —
- Pope Leo Calls for Dialogue, Speaks Against Conflicts Bloomberg —
Pope and Trump Feud Deepens
The escalating feud between the first American Pope and President Trump has touched off a global theological debate regarding 'Just War' doctrine.
During his 11-day tour of Africa, Pope Leo XIV has doubled down on calls for dialogue and reconciliation, explicitly rebuking the 'chains of corruption' and bellicose policies.
Vice President JD Vance and House Speaker Mike Johnson have publicly criticized the pontiff, suggesting he should stick to theology rather than political leadership.
This conflict highlights a deep divide within the Catholic community, with many young American Catholics siding with the Pope over the administration.
Donald Trump
President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
JD Vance
Vice president of the United States since 2025
Vice president of the United States since 2025
Cameroon
Sovereign state in West-Central Africa
Sovereign state in West-Central Africa
Mike Johnson
Speaker of the United States House of Representatives
Speaker of the United States House of Representatives