Trump's rift with Pope is playing out in public - it's costing him valuable support
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-15 07:25 UTC
- Sources: BBC World News
US President Trump is facing criticism from conservative Catholics due to his spat with Pope Francis. Leading figures are openly expressing their support for the Pope, which may affect Trump's popularity.
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