The Roman Catholic Bishops of Springfield and Worcester are issuing separate statements of support for Pope Leo the 14th.
The statements after the social media feud between the president and the pontiff over the war in Iran.
Worcester Bishop Robert McMannus says the pontiff's comments are consistent with previous popes and in no way contradict any country's right to self-defense.
Bishop William Byrne in Springfield says the pontiff is speaking the truth to power no matter the discomfort it may cause.
The President meantime says he will not apologize to the pontiff.
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