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Vance Defends Trump, Acknowledges Pope's Immigration Critique

3/2/2025

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At the National Catholic Prayer Breakfast, Vice President JD Vance responded to Pope Francis' critique of Trump’s immigration policies. While he embraced his Catholic faith and the pope's teachings, Vance sidestepped details, instead championing Trump’s commitment to religious liberty and highlighting support for persecuted Christian communities worldwide.

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At the National Catholic Prayer Breakfast, Vice President JD Vance responded to Pope Francis' critique of Trump’s immigration policies. While he embraced his Catholic faith and the pope's teachings, Vance sidestepped details, instead championing Trump’s commitment to religious liberty and highlighting support for persecuted Christian communities worldwide.