# Wake Up Tri-Counties Ambassador Rooney Talks President Trump Facing Backlash from Pope Leo and Catholic Leaders Over Iran Invasion and Social Media Posts

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Published: 2026-04-27T04:51:14+00:00
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The diplomatic rift between President Trump and newly elected Pope Leo XIV deepens following heated criticism over the recent U.S. invasion of Iran. Ambassador Francis Rooney, in a recent interview, questioned the moral grounds for the attack by invoking Catholic Just War Theory, emphasizing that Iran had not provoked the United States. The controversy escalated when Trump posted an image to Truth Social depicting himself as Jesus—a move that drew widespread condemnation and was swiftly taken down. As midterm elections approach, religious leaders—including Pope Leo—urge a renewed focus on justice and peace, spotlighting the enduring influence of faith in global affairs.

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