Trump vs. Pope Leo XIV

President Donald Trump has launched a series of social media attacks against Pope Leo XIV, following the first American pope's vocal criticism of the ongoing war in Iran.

During his tour of Africa, the Pope denounced world leaders who manipulate religion for political and military gain, describing the world as being 'ravaged by a handful of tyrants.' The White House has pushed back, with the President asserting his 'right to disagree' with the Vatican on matters of national security.

Historians and political analysts warn that this rare public rift between a U.S. president and the head of the Catholic Church could have lasting implications for the Republican party's relationship with religious voters.