religious manipulation
Coverage of religious manipulation in the Nexus archive.
- Vance says he's 'grateful' for Pope Leo's statement on not wanting public debate with Trump
Vice President JD Vance expressed gratitude toward Pope Leo XIV for clarifying that his recent remarks were not directed at President Donald Trump, easing tensions. The Pope denied his Africa trip comments were a response to Trump, while earlier disputes arose over his criticism of those manipulating religion and the Trump administration's Iran stance.
- Vance says he's 'grateful' for Pope Leo's statement on not wanting public debate with Trump
Vice President JD Vance expressed gratitude after Pope Leo XIV clarified that his recent remarks were not directed at President Donald Trump, aiming to ease tensions. The Pope criticized those who manipulate religion for political gain, which some linked to Trump's Iran policy, prompting a heated exchange. Trump accused the Pope of being 'terrible' on foreign policy, but the pontiff emphasized avoiding public debate with the president.
- Hegseth quotes Bible at Pentagon briefing, Pope Leo blasts those who "manipulate religion"
Pentagon Secretary Pete Hegseth quoted the Bible and criticized the press during a briefing, prompting Pope Leo XIV to condemn those who exploit religion for political and economic gain on social media.