Donald Trump’s recent comments about Pope Leo have left tourists at the Vatican shaking their heads in disbelief, labeling the US president as “absurd.”
This week, visitors at the Vatican have been busy critiquing President Donald Trump after he took a swing at Pope Leo. Yes, you heard that right—who knew the sacred halls of the Vatican would become a boxing ring?
In an effort to win the award for most surprising social media post of the week, Trump took to Truth Social to label Pope Leo as “weak” and held him captive to the “radical left.” This was after Leo had the audacity to call Trump’s threats toward Iran “truly unacceptable.” Apparently, in Trump’s world, strong foreign policy means using social media as a fibber’s podium.
“Pope Leo is WEAK on Crime, and terrible for Foreign Policy,” Trump declared, revealing a stunning new strategy: insulting the moral compass of millions on social media. He then expressed his wish for a Pope who believes nuclear weapons in the hands of Iran is a no-go. Because why not make peace negotiations sound like something from a bad action movie script?
While the Pope enjoys a glamorous 10-day trip in Africa (you know, doing actual work), tourists flood the Vatican to share their shock and disappointment about Trump’s remarks. Spoiler alert: they don’t seem to be on Team Trump.
“It’s just ridiculous,” said Joerg Soler from Switzerland. “If the Pope isn’t preaching peace, he’s doing it wrong.” Brilliant observation! Next, maybe he can advise Trump on how to implement basic diplomacy.
French tourist Mariella Acciaioli chimed in, declaring Trump’s conduct as “completely inappropriate.” It’s nice when visitors remind us that there are still standards for behavior, even in politics—thank you for that, Mariella! She emphasized the importance of uniting global leaders to address this behavior, which seemingly breaches every conceivable limit. Talk about low bars!
American tourist Paul Sarauskas called Trump’s comments “absurd.” He pointed out that while the Pope focuses on doing good and promoting peace, the current administration seems to thrive on division, war, and hate. Maybe someone should remind Trump that the Pope’s job isn’t to write a Twitter thread; it’s to instill goodwill among people worldwide.
In response, Pope Leo, unphased by Trump’s critiques, stated he doesn’t fear the Trump administration. He went on to explain that the Vatican’s calls for peace are deeply rooted in the Gospel. Bravo, Leo! Maybe the Pope could teach Trump a bit about humility and genuine communication.
Italian journalist Massimo Franco observed that Trump seems to expect Leo to be subservient to U.S. interests. Ah, the modern-day power struggle: a man of God versus a man who tweets. And Rev. Antonio Spadaro, a prominent Italian Jesuit, suggests Trump’s flare-ups against moral voices reveal his incapacity to engage on a higher intellectual plane. So there you have it: Trump, taking an L in the battle of moral integrity.
