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Trump Feuds With Pope Leo

Trump Feuds With Pope Leo

President Donald Trump has launched an unprecedented attack on Pope Leo XIV, criticizing the pontiff's opposition to the war in Iran and his stance on mass deportations.

The dispute intensified after Trump shared an AI-generated image of himself as a Christ-like figure, which he later deleted following backlash from religious conservatives.

Pope Leo responded by stating he has 'no fear' of the Trump administration and will continue to speak the message of the Gospel.

Catholic leaders in the U.S. and abroad have expressed dismay at the public nature of the clash.

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
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Giorgia Meloni
Prime Minister of Italy since 2022