Pope Leo XIV appeared to address President Donald Trump's recent claim that he's "endangering a lot of Catholics" as their feud continues. "The mission of the Church is to proclaim the Gospel, to preach peace," Leo, 70, said while speaking in Castel Gandolfo, Italy, on Wednesday, May 6. "If someone wants to criticise me for proclaiming the Gospel, let them do so truthfully." Leo did not mention Trump, 79, by name, but added: "For years, the Church has spoken out against all nuclear weapons, so there is no doubt on that point.
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Pope Leo XIV Responds After Trump Claims He's 'Endangering' Catholics
May 6, 2026
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