Pope Leo XIV chose his words very carefully on Wednesday, May 6, as he responded to Donald Trump's claim that he is "endangering" Catholics. Speaking in Castel Gandolfo, Italy, Pope Leo addressed the tension that has been brewing between the two leaders in recent weeks. "The mission of the Church is to proclaim the Gospel, to preach peace. If someone wants to criticize me for proclaiming the Gospel, let them do so truthfully," he said, without ever mentioning the president by name.