U.S. President Donald Trump has launched a blistering attack on Pope Leo XIV, describing him as “weak on crime” and “terrible for foreign policy” in a strongly worded social media post.
In the post on X, Trump described the pontiff as “weak on crime” and “terrible for foreign policy,” while accusing him of making statements that reflect “fear” of his administration.
“He talks about ‘fear’ of the Trump Administration, but doesn’t mention the FEAR that the Catholic Church, and all other Christian Organisations, had during COVID when they were arresting priests, ministers, and everybody else, for holding Church Services,” Trump wrote.
He further criticised the Pope’s stance on international security issues, including nuclear weapons and U.S. foreign policy, and suggested disagreement over the administration’s actions abroad.
“I don’t want a Pope who thinks it’s OK for Iran to have a Nuclear Weapon,” he said, also accusing the pontiff of political bias and of “catering to the Radical Left.”
Trump also referenced the Pope’s leadership selection, claiming he “was a shocking surprise” and suggesting his appointment was influenced by political considerations.
He added that he preferred the Pope’s brother, Louis, describing him as “all MAGA,” and aligned with his political movement.
The post, published on Trump’s official platform, also included broader criticism of the Catholic Church’s leadership and its engagement with political figures, as tensions between the U.S. president and religious commentary continue to draw attention.
