Anglican Leader Backs Pope After Trump's Criticism
Sarah Mullally, the Archbishop of Canterbury and head of the Anglican Church, has publicly supported Pope Leo XIV following recent verbal attacks by US President Donald Trump. In a statement released on April 16, 2026, Mullally praised the Pope's 'courageous call' for a kingdom of peace, urging Anglicans worldwide to unite with the Holy See in advocating for global justice. This endorsement comes after President Trump labeled the Pope 'weak' and 'bad at foreign policy' in response to a virulent anti-war speech delivered by the Pontiff at Saint Peter’s Basilica. During that address, Pope Leo XIV condemned the 'idolatry of self and money' and declared that true strength lies in serving life rather than demonstrating force. Despite the political pressure from the Trump administration, the Pope affirmed his fearlessness in spreading the Gospel's message before departing for Africa. Mullally, who was formally enthroned last month as the first woman to lead the Anglican Church, is scheduled to visit Rome later in April to meet with the Pope, signaling strengthened ecumenical ties amidst geopolitical tensions.
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Anglican Leader Backs Pope After Trump's Criticism
Sarah Mullally, the Archbishop of Canterbury and head of the Anglican Church, has publicly supported Pope Leo XIV following recent verbal attacks by US President Donald Trump. In a statement released on April 16, 2026, Mullally praised the Pope's 'courageous call' for a kingdom of peace, urging Anglicans worldwide to unite with the Holy See in advocating for global justice. This endorsement comes after President Trump labeled the Pope 'weak' and 'bad at foreign policy' in response to a virulent anti-war speech delivered by the Pontiff at Saint Peter’s Basilica. During that address, Pope Leo XIV condemned the 'idolatry of self and money' and declared that true strength lies in serving life rather than demonstrating force. Despite the political pressure from the Trump administration, the Pope affirmed his fearlessness in spreading the Gospel's message before departing for Africa. Mullally, who was formally enthroned last month as the first woman to lead the Anglican Church, is scheduled to visit Rome later in April to meet with the Pope, signaling strengthened ecumenical ties amidst geopolitical tensions.
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