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Trump attacks Pope Leo, calling him 'weak' on crime and 'terrible' U.S. Preside...
Monday, 13 April 2026 at 07:56 UTC · 3 sources
Trump escalated his criticism of Pope Leo XIV, calling him weak on crime and questioning his focus on fear, while defending COVID-era arrests of clergy. The President stated 'I don't think he's doing a very good job' and suggested the Pope 'likes crime,' continuing his public feud with the first American pope.
Key Details
Trump: 'I don't think he's doing a very good job. He likes crime, I guess'
Trump referenced ministers and priests arrested during COVID
Trump questioned Pope's focus on 'fear' while defending US actions
Trump references COVID-era arrests of ministers and priests
Trump questions Pope's focus on fear
Cycle: Monday, 13 April 2026 at 05:55 UTC