April 15, 2026
Border czar Homan fires back at Pope Leo, explains what Vatican leaders ‘don't know’ about immigration
Trump border czar Tom Homan says he is open to talks with Pope Leo XIV amid the administration's feud with the Vatican over immigration.
TL;DR
- Tom Homan, Trump's border czar, is open to discussing immigration with Pope Leo XIV.
- Homan believes the Vatican does not understand the realities and victimless nature of illegal immigration.
- He cited instances of rape, death, and human trafficking to illustrate the harsh realities at the border.
- Homan claims President Trump's secure border policies save lives and harm criminal organizations.
- Pope Leo has expressed concerns about the treatment of immigrants and the administration's enforcement tactics.
- President Trump has criticized the Pope's stances on crime, foreign policy, and being 'liberal.'
- Vice President JD Vance suggested the Vatican should focus on morality while the President handles policy.