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Adding a layer of transparency, Trump reposted a now-deleted Vatican Twitter account where the Pope’s team shared far-left retweets, suggesting an alignment with progressive activism rather than traditional Catholic doctrine. This move was seen as a direct challenge to the Pope’s perceived politicization, exposing what many saw as the Pope’s left-leaning sympathies.

The media’s excitement waned, replaced by scrutiny and criticism of the papal stance. The initial narrative of a fearless moral critic was replaced by a stark reality: the Pope had not only folded but appeared to step back from the initial confrontational stance.

The Shift in Narrative: From Confrontation to Calm