Summary
Vice President JD Vance was interrupted by a heckler shouting that "Jesus Christ does not support genocide" during a speech at the University of Georgia. Vance responded by agreeing and emphasizing the importance of the pope being careful with theological statements, following recent tensions between President Donald Trump and Pope Leo.
Key Facts
- JD Vance spoke at a TurningPoint USA event at the University of Georgia.
- While discussing Pope Leo XIV, Vance mentioned God supporting those who fought for peace, including Americans liberating Europe in World War II.
- A man in the audience shouted that Jesus does not support genocide, interrupting Vance’s speech.
- Vance agreed with the heckler’s statement and stressed careful speech when discussing religious matters.
- The incident happened amid ongoing tensions between President Donald Trump and Pope Leo.
- President Trump criticized the pope on social media for being weak on crime and foreign policy.
- Trump claimed the pope was chosen because he was American and to better handle relations with Trump.
- This is a developing story with more updates expected.
