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Trump Criticizes Pope Amid Scandals and Local News Decline

4/18/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump faced backlash after criticizing Pope Leo XIV over remarks about U.S. and Israeli war in Iran.
Trump called the pope 'WEAK on crime'.
He also shared a controversial AI-generated image of himself.
The House of Representatives considered expelling members amid scandals, with two resignations.
A survey shows a decline in local news consumption as 21% follow closely, while 80% say it is important for community well-being.

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U.S. President Donald Trump faced backlash after criticizing Pope Leo XIV over remarks about U.S. and Israeli war in Iran.
Trump called the pope 'WEAK on crime'.
He also shared a controversial AI-generated image of himself.
The House of Representatives considered expelling members amid scandals, with two resignations.
A survey shows a decline in local news consumption as 21% follow closely, while 80% say it is important for community well-being.