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BREAKING: Trump SLAMS Pope Leo XIV as 'WEAK on Crime' and 'Terrible for Foreign Policy'

Gary FranchiApril 13, 2026203 views
BREAKING: Trump SLAMS Pope Leo XIV as 'WEAK on Crime' and 'Terrible for Foreign Policy'
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President Donald Trump delivered a scathing rebuke of Pope Leo XIV on Monday, blasting the pontiff as "WEAK on Crime, and terrible for Foreign Policy" while making it crystal clear he won't tolerate Vatican interference in his America First agenda.

The 47th President didn't mince words when addressing the Pope's apparent criticism of his administration's policies, stating flatly that he "does not want a Pope who opposes the actions of the Trump administration."

This bombshell confrontation highlights the growing tension between Trump's unapologetically conservative governance and the Vatican's increasingly liberal political stance under Pope Leo XIV.

Trump Fights Back Against Vatican Overreach

While the mainstream media will undoubtedly clutch their pearls over Trump's direct language, Patriots understand exactly what's happening here. The President is standing up to yet another globalist institution trying to undermine American sovereignty and the will of the American people.

Trump's criticism comes as his administration continues its promise to secure America's borders through mass deportations and restore law and order to our cities - policies that apparently don't sit well with the Vatican's progressive leadership.

"WEAK on Crime, and terrible for Foreign Policy" - President Trump's assessment cuts straight to the heart of the Pope's failed approach to global leadership.

This isn't the first time Trump has tangled with religious leaders who prioritize political correctness over protecting innocent Americans. Remember, this is the same President who promised to put America First, not bow to foreign pressure - even when it comes from the Vatican.

America First vs. Globalist Agenda

The timing of this clash is no coincidence. As Trump's second-term agenda gains momentum with border security, deportations, and an end to woke policies, globalist institutions are panicking. The Pope's opposition to Trump's successful policies only proves how out of touch the Vatican has become with the needs of ordinary Americans.

Why should American Catholics have to choose between their faith and their country's security? Trump is making it clear that no foreign leader - religious or otherwise - will dictate American policy on his watch.

The question Patriots must ask: Will the Vatican continue its interference in American democracy, or will Pope Leo XIV finally recognize that Trump's policies are making America safer and stronger?

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Gary Franchi

Award-winning journalist covering breaking news, politics & culture for Next News Network.

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ConstitutionDefenderVerifiedApr 13, 2026
The Pope should stick to spiritual matters and leave foreign policy to elected leaders. Trump is spot on with this criticism.
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PatriotMike47VerifiedApr 13, 2026
Finally someone with the backbone to call out the Vatican's weak stance on global security! Trump is absolutely right - the Pope should be supporting law and order, not coddling criminals.
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FreedomFighter2024VerifiedApr 14, 2026
Exactly! The Church used to stand for moral authority, now they're just another liberal institution.
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LawAndOrderMomVerifiedApr 14, 2026
My husband is a police officer and it's frustrating when religious leaders don't back up our men and women in blue. Crime is out of control and we need strong leadership.
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AmericaFirst1776VerifiedApr 14, 2026
TRUMP 2024! Nobody else has the guts to stand up to foreign leaders when they're wrong.
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RedStateRealistVerifiedApr 14, 2026
The Vatican's foreign policy has been a disaster lately. Trump's right to call this out - someone needs to.
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TrumpTrain2024VerifiedApr 14, 2026
This is why we need Trump back in office! Only he has the courage to speak truth to power, even when it's the Pope.
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ChurchGoer54VerifiedApr 15, 2026
As a lifelong Catholic, I have to say the Pope's recent statements about criminal justice reform have been disappointing. We need leaders who support victims, not criminals.
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TradCatholicVerifiedApr 15, 2026
Same here. The Church shouldn't be getting involved in political correctness when it comes to law enforcement.
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ConservativeVoter88VerifiedApr 15, 2026
Wait, I thought we were still on Pope Francis? When did Leo XIV become Pope?