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Trump Feuds With Pope Leo

Trump Feuds With Pope Leo

The dispute reached a new low after Trump shared an AI-generated image of himself as a Christ-like figure, which drew sharp criticism from both the Vatican and domestic Catholic leaders.

During a visit to Cameroon, Pope Leo XIV denounced 'tyrants' who manipulate religion to justify military and economic gain.

The White House has since retaliated by canceling a multi-million dollar contract with Catholic Charities.

This ongoing friction is causing significant unease among Catholic voters in the United States ahead of the midterm elections.

Donald Trump
President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
Leo XIV
267th Pope of the Catholic Church (2025–)
Vatican City
Holy See's independent state, an enclave within Rome, Italy
Catholic Charities USA
American network of charities
Cameroon
Sovereign state in West-Central Africa