On this week’s Prayerful Posse, Raymond Arroyo, Father Gerald Murray, and Robert Royal examine the escalating clash between President Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV - a rare confrontation between political power and moral authority.

The Posse breaks down how it began, from Middle East tensions to the Pope’s calls for peace, and whether his comments crossed into political territory. They also react to Trump’s sharp response and ask - did he go too far?

At the heart of the discussion is Catholic Just War teaching. Father Murray explains the doctrine, while Robert Royal weighs the threat from Iran and whether military action was justified.

Plus, the panel looks at the media’s role, including a controversial 60 Minutes segment, and the confusion between papal opinion and Church doctrine.

In a moment of global tension, the Posse asks - can faith and politics find common ground?

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00:00 - Introduction
00:51 - What Started the Trump vs. Pope Leo Clash?
04:34 - 60 Minutes Segment That Sparked It All
11:32 - Just War or Not? The Real Catholic Debate
14:43 - Sponsor - Ave Maria Mutual Funds
16:11 - Trump Unleashes on 60 Minutes
24:15 - Pope Leo Fires Back
29:18 - Trump Doubles Down on the Pope
32:41 - The “Healer” Meme Backlash
34:57 - Did Pope Leo Pray in a Mosque?