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An American Pope Emerges as a Contrast to Trump

Pope Leo XIV, a Chicago native, became the first American-born pontiff when he was elected to lead the Catholic Church on May 8, 2025, at the Vatican.
His election followed his 2023 appointment by Pope Francis as head of the Dicastery for Bishops, amidst expectations he would continue Francis's approach.
Leo has called for peace in conflicts like Gaza and Ukraine, showed concern for migrants and the poor, and has criticized Vice President JD Vance and Trump policies.
Steve Bannon predicted friction between Trump and Leo, who leads 1.4 billion Catholics; Trump called Leo's election a "great honor" for the U.S.
Leo's papacy suggests a shift from 'America first' toward a focus on dialogue, service, and advocacy for the vulnerable, highlighting differing visions of power and leadership.

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The Bakersfield Californian

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Letter to the editor: Pope Leo XIV and President Trump

Former Cardinal Robert Prevost must be judged by the company he kept. As Pope Leo XIV, he now belongs to all of us — a clean canvas where he is already painting his own beautiful picture.

2 days ago·Bakersfield, United States

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Devdiscourse

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U.S. President's Surprising Request to Speak with 'Pope Leo'

U.S. President's Surprising Request to Speak with 'Pope Leo' In a recent Fox News interview, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed a desire to communicate with Pope Leo, marking the pontiff as a groundbreaking figure for the United States.The president highlighted Pope Leo's unexpected election, noting it as a pivotal moment.The conversation was featured on Wednesday's broadcast of the 'Hannity' program, recorded Monday.

3 days ago·India

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NZ Herald

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Letters: Could the American Pope be a guiding influence for the American President?

World’s two most powerful men are Americans With the election of Pope Leo, two of the most powerful men in the world are American. One is all about hubris...

3 days ago·Auckland, New Zealand

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Inquisitr

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After ‘JD Vance Is Wrong’ Bombshell, Pope Leo Has a Cryptic Message for Americans

Pope Leo XIV recently caused quite a stir with his strong views against the Trump administration's immigration crackdown and JD Vance's justification of it. Now he has a brutal warning for Americans.

3 days ago·United States

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Granite Grok

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Cardello: Nancy Pelosi Is A Convenient Catholic

The College of Cardinals had not checked their email yet, as their isolation ended after electing a successor to fill the spot vacated by the death of Pope Francis, and Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi was urging the new Pope, Leo XIV, to intervene with Donald Trump and try to negotiate relief for anyone labeled an illegal ... Read more Source

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Causeur

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Pope Leo XIV, J.D. Vance and us

Prior to his election as pope under the name of Leo XIV, Cardinal Robert Prevost had expressed his disagreement with the American vice-president on the question of immigration. Analysis. First American Pope, will Leo XIV be rather progressive or conservative? Rather woke or rather Maga? Will his moral magisterium conform to that of his predecessor, or rather to a less Christian morality and more aware of the realities of the world? The question …

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