Donald Trump Creates a Stir as He Weighs In on Who He Wants as the Next Pope – Video
Donald Trump’s latest remark about wanting to be pope has gone viral, drawing laughter in person but sparking a flurry of mixed and heated reactions online.
U.S. President Donald Trump drew attention after he was asked who he would like to see become the next pope. His reply was unexpected.
Speaking to a group of reporters, Trump said, “I’d like to be pope. That would be my No. 1 choice.” The comment came just days after the death of Pope Francis.
A short video clip was later uploaded to various social media platforms. While some found the moment humorous, others criticized the timing and tone of the comment. On X, reactions varied widely. One netizen wrote, “WAIT… did he really say this?
“ Another said it was “actually the funniest thing he’s ever said.”
Others, however, took offense. “Some things you don’t joke about… Like being Pope days after his death,” one person posted. Another called the statement “blasphemous.” There was also praise from some corners. One comment read, “He has a sense of humor, and it’s refreshing!! “
Meanwhile, Redditors on the r/Fauxmoi forum added their voices to the conversation. One commenter reacted with, “That is scary.” Another said, “He’s not funny.” One wrote, “The guy is so disrespectful of everyone and everything,” while another remarked, “He says something crazy and knows he’s trolling people.”
Before his comment about becoming pope began trending, Trump’s appearance at the Vatican had already sparked scrutiny. Trump was mocked for wearing inappropriate clothes to the pope’s funeral, and he also exhibited some uncommon behaviors. His wife luckily helped him avoid breaking a particular Vatican funeral protocol.
On April 21, 2025, Vatican News announced Pope Francis’s death. Since then, his funeral has been held, with the US president experiencing some awkward moments during the ceremony, only for his wife to save the day at a crucial point.