Jack Schlossberg, the grandson of President John F. Kennedy, faced backlash after jokingly tweeting, “Okay JD killed the pope,” following the news of Pope Francis’s death. His comment, seemingly made in jest, quickly went viral and sparked outrage online, with critics calling it shameful and disrespectful. Many pointed out that Schlossberg, given his family’s legacy and Catholic ties, should have known better.
The tweet followed Vice President JD Vance’s recent meeting with the Pope, one day before his passing. Vance had expressed concern for the Pope’s health and shared a brief, private moment with him in Rome. After the Pope’s death, Vance issued a heartfelt tribute, acknowledging his ill health and sharing a powerful prayer from Pope Francis.
The Vatican confirmed the Pope died from a stroke, not respiratory issues, at around 7:35 a.m. on Monday. His passing marked the end of a papacy dedicated to humility, social justice, and helping the marginalized.
