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Vice President JD Vance Holds Private Meeting with Pope Francis in Vatican City

The meeting, part of Vance's diplomatic visit to Rome, addressed U.S.-Vatican tensions over immigration policies and humanitarian concerns.

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VATICAN CITY, VATICAN - APRIL 19: (EDITOR NOTE: STRICTLY EDITORIAL USE ONLY - NO MERCHANDISING). Vatican Secretary of State cardinal Pietro Parolin meets with U.S. Vice President JD Vance during an audience at the Apostolic Palac on April 19, 2025 in Vatican City, Vatican. (Vatican Media via Vatican Pool/Getty)

Overview

  • Vice President JD Vance met privately with Pope Francis at the Pope's residence, Casa Santa Marta, on April 19, marking a significant moment in U.S.-Vatican relations.
  • Earlier in the day, Vance held formal discussions with Cardinal Pietro Parolin and Archbishop Paul Gallagher, focusing on issues like migration, refugees, and international conflicts.
  • The Vatican confirmed a cordial 'exchange of opinions' on sensitive topics but did not release an official summary or images of the private meeting with the Pope.
  • The discussions occurred against a backdrop of tensions over the Trump administration's hardline immigration stance and cuts to international aid programs.
  • The Vatican expressed hope for continued collaboration with the U.S., acknowledging the Catholic Church's role in supporting vulnerable populations.