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VP Vance Reflects on COVID Fears, Leads Prayer for Pope

2/28/2025

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At the 20th National Catholic Prayer Breakfast, Vice President J.D. Vance opened up about his early fears during the COVID-19 pandemic, reflecting on his preparations. He led a heartfelt prayer for the ailing Pope Francis, underscoring the need to honor clergy and thoughtfully navigate immigration policies, while echoing the Pope's wisdom on vulnerability and resilience in tough times.

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At the 20th National Catholic Prayer Breakfast, Vice President J.D. Vance opened up about his early fears during the COVID-19 pandemic, reflecting on his preparations. He led a heartfelt prayer for the ailing Pope Francis, underscoring the need to honor clergy and thoughtfully navigate immigration policies, while echoing the Pope's wisdom on vulnerability and resilience in tough times.