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Trump cannot bear the judgments of Pope Leo

The political gap between US evangelicals and Catholics is widening. And Trump won’t tolerate authority outside his own

The Guardian - US · Apr 24

‘I’m not afraid’: Pope Leo XIV stares down the Trump administration’s threats, isn’t scared in the slightest

“God does not bless any conflict.”

We Got This Covered · Apr 14

Pentagon's Alleged 'Bitter Lecture' to Pope Leo XIV's Ambassador Sparks Vatican Fury and US Visit Cancellation

A closed-door meeting at the Pentagon in January 2026 has strained US-Vatican relations, with reports of a 'bitter lecture' to the Pope's ambassador.

International Business Times UK · Apr 10

The New 'Avignon Papacy'? Pentagon Officials Reportedly Invoked Medieval Captivity to Threaten Vatican and Force Pope's Support

The intense Pentagon meeting where a senior official summoned Pope Leo XIV's ambassador sparked tensions reminiscent of the Avignon Papacy. Explore the global implications for military power.

International Business Times UK · Apr 9

'The Catholic Church Had Better Take Its Side': Pentagon Warned Pope Leo XIV Over Trump Criticism

Pentagon officials reportedly warned the Vatican after Pope Leo XIV criticized US foreign policy under Donald Trump, leading to a cancelled papal visit

International Business Times UK · Apr 9

Rep Sara Jacobs 'Called for ICE Agents to Be Sent to Iran' as Viral Post Hits 500K Views — Debunked

A viral post falsely claims that Rep Sara Jacobs called for ICE agents to be deployed to Iran. Here's what she actually said.

International Business Times UK · Mar 7

Trump defense official tells MAGA senator that Canada ‘needs to step up’ militarily

The Trump official said his department has been in ‘continuing’ contact with Canada about NATO targets, NORAD and a potential Golden Dome missile defense program

The Independent UK · Mar 3

Trump spent months pushing NATO allies away, so France quietly built a nuclear alliance without him

They are taking matters into their own hands now.

We Got This Covered · Mar 3

NATO chief blasts Europe’s defense hopes in one brutal word, confirming they are totally reliant on the US for key capabilities

They have the tools but not the information.

We Got This Covered · Feb 13

Pentagon policy chief tells European Nato members to step up combat capabilities

Elbridge Colby tells meeting in Brussels that US plans to reduce conventional forces in Europe but remains committed to Nato alliance

The Guardian - UK · Feb 12