: The Vatican has historically dismissed these claims as "not credible," though Pope Francis later acknowledged the existence of a "gay lobby" within the Roman Curia in 2013. Recent Developments (2025–2026)
The term "scandal" in relation to the Swiss Guard often refers to allegations made by former members regarding unwanted advances from high-ranking clergy.
: Around the same time, an unnamed former guard reported receiving over 20 "unambiguous sexual requests" from bishops and priests during his service.
: In 2014, former commandant Elmar Mäder (2002–2008) claimed a "secret society of homosexuals" existed within the Holy See, which he argued posed a security risk to the Pope due to loyalties shifting toward the network rather than the institution.