Trump Blasts Pope Leo XIV: 'Weak on Crime' | 2026 Politics
You think the Pope's supposed to be above all this political squabbling? Think again. Turns out, even the Vatican isn't immune to Donald Trump's ire.
⚡ Key Takeaways
- President Trump launched a strong public criticism of Pope Leo XIV on Truth Social, calling him 'WEAK on Crime' and 'terrible for Foreign Policy.' 𝕏
- Trump specifically cited the Pope's concerns over the U.S. raid and capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro as a point of contention. 𝕏
- The President also stated he prefers Pope Leo's brother, Louis, because he is 'all MAGA,' indicating a political litmus test for papal approval. 𝕏
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Originally reported by Axios Supply Chain