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Trump and The Vatican at Odds: Reporter sheds light on alleged tensions

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April 9, 2026

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The Trump Administration is injecting religion into its rhetoric surrounding the war in Iran amid reports of growing tensions between the White House and The Vatican. The Free Press is reporting Pope Leo XIV and the Trump administration are at odds after a contentious meeting at the Pentagon between the Defense Department and a top Vatican diplomat. Domani Writer Mattia Ferraresi joins Antonia Hylton to break down his reporting, along with “Straight White American Jesus” podcast host Brad Onishi.

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Trump and The Vatican at OddsThe Trump AdministrationWhite HousePope Leo XIVDefense DepartmentDomani Writer Mattia FerraresiAntonia HyltonStraight White American Jesus

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