News Desk
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has suggested that he should be chosen as the next Pope, saying it would be his top pick for the role. The US President was asked who he would like to see replace Pope Francis as the head of the Catholic Church. Without missing a beat, Trump quipped, “I want to be the Pope. That would be my first choice.”
Trump then softened the comment, adding, “Well, I don’t really have a preference. There’s a Cardinal in New York who’s very good, so let’s see what happens.” The joke comes as 135 Cardinals prepare to gather in the Vatican next month to elect a new pontiff, although there has never been a Pope from the United States.
According to American media, New York’s Archbishop Cardinal Timothy Dolan is not among the names being seriously considered. However, Cardinal Joseph Tobin of New Jersey is reportedly on the list of potential candidates. It’s worth noting that Trump made the comment in jest—but as with many of his off-the-cuff remarks, it has sparked headlines and raised eyebrows.
