Pope Leo XIV pushed back against criticism from Donald Trump, saying his calls for peace — including opposition to the U.S. conflict with Iran — are rooted in the Gospel and not politics.
He added he has “no fear” of the Trump administration after the president’s social media attack.
Traders predict only a 19% chance Trump will meet with Pope Leo this year.
Pope Leo XIV pushed back against criticism from Donald Trump, saying his calls for peace — including opposition to the U.S. conflict with Iran — are rooted in the Gospel and not politics.
He added he has “no fear” of the Trump administration after the president’s social media attack.
Traders predict only a 19% chance Trump will meet with Pope Leo this year.