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First American Pope Faces Conservative Backlash Over Unity

5/22/2025

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Pope Leo XIV, the groundbreaking first American pope, is caught in a tug-of-war with far-right Catholics, including Vice President JD Vance. As Vance attempts to cozy up to the pope, Leo's progressive views on immigration and unity clash with MAGA beliefs. His recent discussions with U.S. officials highlight the Vatican's commitment to fostering peace, especially in the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.

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Pope Leo XIV, the groundbreaking first American pope, is caught in a tug-of-war with far-right Catholics, including Vice President JD Vance. As Vance attempts to cozy up to the pope, Leo's progressive views on immigration and unity clash with MAGA beliefs. His recent discussions with U.S. officials highlight the Vatican's commitment to fostering peace, especially in the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.