Just hours after the Vatican announced the death of Pope Francis at the age of 88, Schlossberg posted on X (formerly Twitter), writing: \u201cOkay JD killed the pope.\u201d The remark appeared to be aimed at U.S. Vice President JD Vance, who had just met with the Pope in a brief private audience the day before the pontiff\u2019s death.<\/p>\n
The comment, which some interpreted as a joke or political jab, failed to amuse the public. It quickly garnered over 470,000 views and ignited a digital firestorm, with critics across the political spectrum expressing outrage and confusion over the unfounded suggestion.<\/p>\n
\u201cYour words are shameful,\u201d one user responded bluntly. \u201cThis isn\u2019t satire. It\u2019s disrespect.\u201d Another replied, \u201cAre you kidding with this? Just not funny \u2014 total disrespect.\u201d More piled on, with some invoking Schlossberg\u2019s own family history and deep Catholic roots to emphasize their disappointment: \u201cGiven your family\u2019s legacy, you should know better.\u201d<\/p>\n
For many, the post landed like a slap in the face just as the world was grappling with the loss of a religious figure revered for his humility, service, and commitment to peace.<\/p>\n