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Local Catholic leaders express support for Chicago native Pope Leo after Trump calls him ‘weak’ and ‘terrible’
Several local Catholic leaders expressed support for Chicago native Pope Leo XIV on Monday after President Donald Trump called the Holy Father “weak” and “terrible” in a rambling social media post ami...

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Chicago's Catholic community criticizes Trump's attacks on Pope Leo, Jesus-like AI-generated image
OKC Archbishop Coakley defends Pope Leo after Trump's social media attack
"Pope Leo is not his rival": US Conference of Catholic Bishops on Trump's post slamming the pontiff
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has criticised US President Donald Trump for his recent social media remarks targeting Pope Leo XIV, saying the pontiff is "not his rival" and ...

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Trump slams Pope for being ‘weak on crime’
Trump says he won’t apologize to Pope Leo and explains his reason for posting much-criticized meme
"Not A Big Fan Of Pope Leo": Trump's Jab After His Criticism Of Iran War
On Saturday, the 70-year-old American pope publicly implored leaders to end the violence, telling worshippers at St. Peter's Basilica: "Enough of the idolatry of self and money! Enough of the display ...

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'Pope Leo is WEAK': Trump launches unprecedented attack on Pope over Iran War; posts image depicting himself as Jesus
Trump calls Pope Leo 'terrible' in unusual, direct attack on Church leader

What's going on with Donald Trump and Pope Leo? A timeline

Donald Trump blew back at Pope Leo for his criticisms of the Iran War, triggering a response from the Chicago native. Here is what's happened so far.

Source calls Pentagon meeting with Vatican official ‘most unpleasant'

A meeting between the Pentagon and a Vatican ambassador has raised eyebrows after conflicting reports indicate tensions may be rising between the White House and the Vatican.

Matteson and Lemont mayors describe Pope Leo XIV as humble, personable

Matteson Mayor Sheila Chalmers-Currin and Lemont Mayor John Egofske describe their meeting with Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City.

Pope Leo’s Chicago alma mater reacts to his anti-war comments and President Trump’s response

The academic dean of the school where the pope studied supports the Catholic leader's anti-war comments on Easter, saying they align with gospel teachings.