President Donald Trump criticized Pope Leo XIV for meeting with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, labeling the mayor as 'useless' in a post on Truth Social. Trump stated, 'Someone should explain to the Pope that the Mayor of Chicago is useless, and that Iran cannot have a Nuclear Weapon!' This comment followed Johnson's meeting with the pope at the Vatican, where he presented Chicago-themed apparel and discussed reparations for descendants of African American slaves. Johnson's office responded to Trump's remarks, emphasizing the impact of Trump's policies on working families. The meeting comes amid ongoing tensions between Trump and the pope regarding immigration and foreign policy. Pope Leo XIV has previously stated that his calls for peace should not be interpreted as political attacks and that he is unafraid of the Trump administration.
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Trump Criticizes Pope Leo XIV for Meeting with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson
President Donald Trump criticized Pope Leo XIV for meeting with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, calling him 'useless.' Johnson's meeting at the Vatican included discussions on reparations, and the mayor's office responded to Trump's comments by highlighting the challenges faced by working families due to Trump's policies. This exchange reflects ongoing tensions between Trump and the pope over various political issues.
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