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Trump Claims Role in Electing North American Pope

5/13/2025

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Donald Trump boldly claimed he played a role in electing Pope Leo XIV, despite no actual involvement in the Conclave. He boasted of winning the Catholic vote in the 2024 election with 56%, outpacing Kamala Harris' 41%. Meanwhile, Pope Leo, the first North American pope, has openly challenged the anti-immigration sentiments of Trump's base.

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Donald Trump boldly claimed he played a role in electing Pope Leo XIV, despite no actual involvement in the Conclave. He boasted of winning the Catholic vote in the 2024 election with 56%, outpacing Kamala Harris' 41%. Meanwhile, Pope Leo, the first North American pope, has openly challenged the anti-immigration sentiments of Trump's base.