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Trump Claims Credit for First American Pope, Escalates Feud with ABC News

President Trump asserts his influence in Pope Leo XIV's election, challenges media criticism, and highlights his Catholic voter support.

President Donald Trump speaks with reporters as he signs an executive order in the Oval Office of the White House, Friday, May 9, 2025, in Washington.
Donald Trump's claim comes despite the fact that he had no role to play in the traditional Conclave process that chooses a new pope.. REUTERS/Nathan Howard
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Overview

  • President Trump has doubled down on his claim that he influenced the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff.
  • ABC News correspondents Terry Moran and Martha Raddatz reported, citing Vatican insiders, that Trump's role did not factor into the cardinals' decision.
  • Trump criticized Raddatz on Truth Social, accusing her of bias and dismissing her remarks as part of what he called 'Trump Deranged Mind.'
  • He highlighted his 2024 electoral success with Catholic voters, stating he won the demographic 'by a lot.'
  • Trump also called on Disney CEO Bob Iger to address perceived bias from ABC News hosts, labeling them as 'losers and haters.'