Following Pope Francis’ death, his true opinions on Donald Trump have resurfaced, revealing a complex and critical perspective.
The recent death of Pope Francis has shocked people around the world. Thousands have gathered at St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican to pay their respects.
Many famous leaders, including UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, plan to attend his funeral this weekend.
Among those reflecting on the late pope’s life is former US President Donald Trump.
Trump’s reaction to Pope Francis’ passing
After Pope Francis died, Donald Trump shared his thoughts. He called Francis a good man who worked hard and loved the world.
This statement comes even though their relationship was often marked by disagreement.
Trump and Francis had different views on many issues, especially concerning immigration and social justice.
Pope Francis criticized Trump’s policies before his death
During his time as pope, Francis did not hold back when it came to criticizing some of Trump’s policies.
He spoke out against Trump’s plan to build a wall between the United States and Mexico.
Francis said, “A person who thinks only about building walls, wherever they may be, and not building bridges, is not Christian. This is not in the Gospel.”
Francis also expressed strong opposition to mass deportations, a key part of Trump’s immigration agenda.
He believed that deporting people, especially those fleeing poverty and violence, was a serious injustice.
“If it is true, it will be a disgrace, because it makes the poor wretches who have nothing pay the bill for the imbalance,” he said.
“It won’t do. This is not the way to solve things.”
In his view, true justice requires treating everyone with respect, especially the most vulnerable.
In a letter to US bishops, Francis described the situation in America as a crisis.
“I have followed closely the major crisis that is taking place in the United States with the initiation of a program of mass deportations,” he wrote.
“The rightly formed conscience cannot fail to make a critical judgment and express its disagreement with any measure that tacitly or explicitly identifies the illegal status of some migrants with criminality.”
Legacy of Pope Francis’ teachings
Pope Francis consistently advocated for a world where people build bridges instead of walls.
He believed that understanding and kindness should guide interactions between nations and individuals.
His message was clear: compassion should replace fear and division. Francis wanted to foster a sense of unity and shared humanity.
Pope Francis’s teachings will continue to resonate even after his passing.
His words about immigration, social justice, and human dignity remain relevant today.
Many people around the world are inspired by his calls for compassion and understanding.
His legacy encourages individuals and leaders to reflect on how they treat others, especially those who are marginalized.