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Historic Inaugural Mass for First American Pope

5/15/2025

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Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are set to attend the historic inaugural mass for Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City, marking a significant moment as he becomes the first American pope. Vance, a devout Catholic, has previously met Pope Francis, but the atmosphere may be tense due to Leo's past criticisms of both Vance and Trump.

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Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are set to attend the historic inaugural mass for Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City, marking a significant moment as he becomes the first American pope. Vance, a devout Catholic, has previously met Pope Francis, but the atmosphere may be tense due to Leo's past criticisms of both Vance and Trump.