American Pope Leo XIV Criticized Trump, Vance on Immigration Policies

The newly elected American Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, has a history of social media activity that criticized former President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance, particularly on immigration policies. Prevost reposted articles opposing Vance's use of Catholic doctrine to justify prioritizing love for family and country over others, reflecting a more inclusive stance aligned with Pope Francis's views on migration and fraternity. Despite these past criticisms, both Trump and Vance publicly congratulated Leo XIV on his election, with Vance offering prayers for his leadership without addressing the pope's earlier posts. Prevost's social media history also shows support for immigration reform, opposition to the Trump administration's refugee bans and deportations, and advocacy for 'Dreamers,' which contrasts with the conservative political leanings of Trump and Vance. These differences highlight potential friction between the new pope and the current U.S. administration, as the pope’s progressive stances on migration and social justice issues may challenge the policies favored by Trump and Vance. The Vatican has confirmed the authenticity of Prevost's social media account, underscoring the significance of his prior public positions as he assumes leadership of the Catholic Church.