March 30, 2026
White House pushes back against Pope Leo, says nothing wrong praying for troops
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Monday that it is appropriate to pray for U.S. troops, in response to Pope Leo XIV's message that God does not listen to the prayers of "those who wage war."
TL;DR
- White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt commented on prayer for U.S. troops.
- Her comments were a response to Pope Leo XIV's message.
- Pope Leo XIV stated that God does not listen to the prayers of those who wage war.
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