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Eric Swalwell will resign from Congress. And, Trump feuds with Pope Leo over Iran War

Trump criticized Pope Leo over the Iran war and later explained a social-media image he deleted.

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Rep. Eric Swalwell announced he would resign amid sexual misconduct allegations and calls for his expulsion; Rep. Tony Gonzales also said he would resign after allegations involving a staffer. The newsletter also reports President Trump’s dispute with Pope Leo over the Iran war and a looming fight over surveillance authority.

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President criticizing Pope Leo and sharing an AI-generated image

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Eric Swalwell
Former U.S. Representative (D-CA)

Representative announcing his resignation amid misconduct allegations

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Tony Gonzales
Former U.S. Representative (R-TX)

Representative announcing he would resign after accusations involving a staffer

ALSO MENTIONED  Gavin Newsom, California governor who would call a special election for Swalwell’s seat; Pope Leo XIV, Pope who spoke against the Iran war and responded to Trump’s criticism

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Trump's Dispute With Pope Leo

The coverage agrees that Trump criticized Pope Leo and that the dispute prompted responses from Republican officials. Center outlets focus on Republican reactions, including calls for Trump to mend relations and disagreement over his remarks; some also highlight his deleted image and a Republican's comparison of him to Jesus.

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