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Vice President Vance Invites Pope Leo to Washington

5/20/2025

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After a warm meeting at the Vatican, US Vice-President JD Vance extended an invitation to Pope Leo to visit Washington. The 45-minute audience was marked by meaningful discussions on religious freedom and global concerns, along with heartfelt gift exchanges—Vance offered a Chicago Bears t-shirt and books, while the Pope reciprocated with a stunning bronze sculpture.

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After a warm meeting at the Vatican, US Vice-President JD Vance extended an invitation to Pope Leo to visit Washington. The 45-minute audience was marked by meaningful discussions on religious freedom and global concerns, along with heartfelt gift exchanges—Vance offered a Chicago Bears t-shirt and books, while the Pope reciprocated with a stunning bronze sculpture.