Vice-President Vance Criticizes Pope Leo Over Iran War Comments Amid Public Heckling
U.S. Vice-President JD Vance publicly criticized Pope Leo during a Turning Point USA event in Georgia, following the Pope's comments on the war in Iran. The Pope, who is the first American to hold the papacy, has been vocal in condemning the conflict, describing it as 'absurd and inhuman violence.' During the event, a heckler interrupted Vance as he advised the Pope to 'be careful when he talks about matters of theology.' Despite the criticism, Pope Leo has stated he is unafraid of the Trump administration and remains committed to speaking out on issues he believes are aligned with the Gospel.