Louis Prevost, the 73-year-old brother of newly elected Pope Leo XIV, stirred controversy with his social media activity before his sibling's elevation to the papacy.
According to the New York Post, Louis Prevost shared multiple pro-Trump posts on Facebook, including a particularly offensive video targeting former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi with vulgar language and unfounded accusations.
The Daily Beast investigation revealed a collection of inflammatory social media posts from the pope's eldest brother, who lives in Florida. His posts ranged from crude attacks on Democratic politicians to conspiracy theories about the Democratic Party and controversial statements about political opponents.
Louis Prevost's social media presence showcases his ardent support for the MAGA movement and deep opposition to Democratic policies. His posts included calls for Democrats to face treason charges for meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and sharing memes mocking progressive ideologies.
The Florida resident praised Vice President JD Vance's debate performance against Minnesota Governor Tim Walz during last summer's campaign. This stance notably contrasts with his brother's previous criticism of Vance, highlighted by a retweet from before his papal election.
In one particularly controversial post, Prevost suggested violent consequences for those he blamed for changes in the education system, referencing historical vigilante actions against political opponents.
Louis Prevost spoke candidly about his relationship with his younger brother, now Pope Leo XIV, in recent interviews. He acknowledged their political differences while expressing pride in his brother's achievement.
According to Louis Prevost's interview with CBS News:
And as soon as [a church official] went 'Ro-,' my mind blew up, because I knew 'Ro-' was going to turn into Roberto. And sure enough, Roberto Francisco. And I went nuts. I lost it. Mind blown. My little brother was just made pope. Oh my God. What do I do? How do I act? Do I have to change the way I live? I better behave now.
The eldest Prevost brother shared childhood memories with the New York Times, recalling playful moments from their youth in Dolton, Illinois. He predicted his brother would follow a path similar to Pope Francis but maintain a more conservative approach to church doctrine.
The revelation of Louis Prevost's social media activity adds another layer to the historic selection of the first American pope. His posts present a stark contrast to the diplomatic and unifying role typically associated with the papacy.
John Prevost, another brother of the pope, recently made headlines for revealing the pontiff's allegiance to the Chicago White Sox rather than the Cubs. This detail, while less controversial, further humanizes the new religious leader.
Louis Prevost, the eldest brother of Pope Leo XIV, faces scrutiny for his inflammatory social media posts targeting Democratic politicians, particularly a vulgar attack on Nancy Pelosi. The controversy emerged shortly after his brother's historic election as the first American pope, highlighting the complex dynamics between family ties and public responsibility.
While the Vatican has not commented on the matter, the incident underscores the challenges of maintaining religious dignity amid modern political discourse and social media activity.
