Watch: Vance heckled as he chides Pope
TL;DR
US Vice-President JD Vance criticized Pope Leo during a Turning Point USA event, prompting heckling from the audience. The Pope has condemned the war in Iran, asserting his commitment to speak out against it.
Key points
- JD Vance criticized Pope Leo at a Turning Point USA event
- Heckler shouted during Vance's comments
- Pope Leo condemned the war in Iran
- Pope Leo is the first American Pope
- Pope Leo stated he has 'no fear' of the Trump administration
Watch: Vance heckled as he chides Pope
US Vice-President JD Vance has taken issue with Pope Leo, after his public sparring with Donald Trump about the war in Iran.
A heckler in the crowd at a Turning Point USA event in Georgia shouted as Vance chided the pontiff to "be careful when he talks about matters of theology".
Pope Leo - the first American Pope - has repeatedly condemned the war in Iran, saying it has led to "absurd and inhuman violence".
The pope said on Monday that he has "no fear" of the Trump administration or "speaking out loudly of the message of the Gospel, which is what I believe I am here to do".
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Q&A
What did JD Vance say to Pope Leo during the event?
JD Vance chided Pope Leo to 'be careful when he talks about matters of theology' during a Turning Point USA event.
Why is Pope Leo criticized by JD Vance?
JD Vance criticized Pope Leo due to the Pope's public condemnation of the war in Iran and his comments regarding the Trump administration.
What is Pope Leo's stance on the war in Iran?
Pope Leo has condemned the war in Iran, describing it as leading to 'absurd and inhuman violence.'
How did the audience react to Vance's comments about the Pope?
A heckler in the crowd shouted at JD Vance while he was criticizing Pope Leo, indicating a negative reaction from the audience.
