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Trump Jokes About Becoming Next Pope

CosmicTaco · 2025-04-30T11:22:54.170371+05:30

- US President Donald Trump humorously expressed his desire to be the next pope, calling it his "number one choice." - Despite his comments, Trump acknowledged he has no real preferences for the next Catholic pontiff. - The statement sparked reactions online, with many pointing out Trump's unsuitability due to his marital status and non-Catholic background. - The Catholic Church is currently searching for a new leader following the death of Pope Francis. - Cardinal Joseph Tobin of Newark is reportedly among the frontrunners, while Trump's suggestion remains a light-hearted remark. Source: [The Times Of India](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/pope-trump-that-would-be-my-number-one-choice-says-us-president-watch-video/articleshow/120749416.cms), [Mint](https://www.livemint.com/news/us-news/trump-says-he-wants-to-be-the-next-pope-netizens-remind-he-is-married-not-a-baptized-catholic-pope-francis-death-11745978449625.html)

US President Donald Trump humorously expressed his desire to be the next pope, calling it his "number one choice."
Despite his comments, Trump acknowledged he has no real preferences for the next Catholic pontiff.
The statement sparked reactions online, with many pointing out Trump's unsuitability due to his marital status and non-Catholic background.
The Catholic Church is currently searching for a new leader following the death of Pope Francis.
Cardinal Joseph Tobin of Newark is reportedly among the frontrunners, while Trump's suggestion remains a light-hearted remark.

Source: The Times Of India, Mint