Trump Intensifies Feud with Pope Leo XIV, Lauds Brother's MAGA Loyalty
Former US President Donald Trump has launched another sharp verbal attack on Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, while simultaneously expressing admiration for the Pope's brother, Louis Prevost, whom he described as "all MAGA." The conflict between Trump and the head of the Catholic Church has deepened following the Pope's recent comments on the US-Iran war.
Trump's Social Media Barrage Against the Pope
On his Truth Social platform, Trump accused Pope Leo XIV of "catering to the Radical Left" and being "WEAK on Crime, and terrible on foreign policy." In a detailed post, Trump criticized the Pope's stance on Iran, stating, "I don't want a pope who thinks it's OK for Iran to have a nuclear weapon." He further condemned the Pope's disapproval of US military actions in Venezuela, arguing that Venezuela had been sending drugs and releasing criminals into the United States.
Praise for the Pope's Brother and MAGA Alignment
In a notable contrast, Trump praised Louis Prevost, the elder brother of Pope Leo XIV, saying, "I like his brother Louis much better than I like him, because Louis is all MAGA. He gets it, and Leo doesn't!" This endorsement highlights the political divide within the Pope's own family, with Louis publicly supporting the Make America Great Again movement.
Background on the Trump-Pope Feud
The war of words erupted after Pope Leo XIV labeled the US-Iran war as "unjust" and criticized a "delusion of omnipotence" among political leaders, urging them to negotiate peace. Trump responded by reaffirming his disapproval, telling reporters at Joint Base Andrews, "I don't think he's doing a very good job. I'm not a fan of Pope Leo." Additionally, Trump announced a US blockade of Iranian ports set to begin at 3pm UK time on Monday, a move the UK has declined to join despite having minesweepers in the region.
Who Is Louis Prevost?
Louis Prevost, the Pope's brother, has openly identified as a MAGA supporter. In an October 2024 interview with ABC, he confirmed his alignment with the movement. Speaking to Piers Morgan Uncensored, Prevost described himself as "the black sheep of the family" and noted that he moderates his social media activity to avoid media scrutiny. He revealed that he maintains regular communication with his brother, speaking to Pope Leo XIV approximately once a week.
This ongoing dispute underscores the tension between Trump's political agenda and the Vatican's diplomatic positions, with family dynamics adding a personal layer to the international conflict.
