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Pope Leo says he's not afraid of the president and notes that he's not a political figure, but rather a religious leader concerned with the gospel.
Cardinal Joseph Tubin, the Archbishop of Newark, has issued a statement saying Pope Leo will continue to speak clearly against the war and other offenses against human dignity.
The Council on American Islamic Relations also put out a statement saying it stands in solidarity with the Catholic community.
It goes on to say, quote, the president's mockery of religion is both deranged and insulting.
Pope Leo says he's not afraid of the president and notes that he's not a political figure, but rather a religious leader concerned with the gospel.
Cardinal Joseph Toobin, the Archbishop of Newark, has issued a statement saying Pope Leo will continue to speak culturally.
clearly against the war and other offenses against human dignity, and to call for dialogue.
The Council on American Islamic Relations also put out a statement saying it stands in solidarity with the Catholic community.
It goes on to say, quote, the president's mockery of religion is both deranged and insulting.
Trump posted on social media that Pope Leo is weak on crime and terrible on foreign policy.
He also took credit for the pope's election, writing, quote, If I wasn't in the White House, Leo wouldn't be in the Vatican.
Speaking to reporters upon his return to Washington, Trump said he was not a fan of the pope.
Last week, Leo referred to Trump's threat to end Iranian civilization as, quote, truly unacceptable.
And the pontiff urged people to contact their elected leaders and tell them to work for peace.
The Jewish Electorate Institute found an overwhelming 86% of American Jews describe themselves as generally pro-Israel.
However, fewer than one-quarter say they are both pro-Israel and supportive of Israeli policies.