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.