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Vice President JD Vance Reflects on Meeting Pope Francis Before Pontiff’s Death

Speaking from India, Vance emphasizes the pastoral legacy of the late Pope while distancing himself from political discourse surrounding their policy disagreements.

Pope Francis meets with Vice President JD Vance on Easter Sunday at the Vatican, April 20, 2025. Vatican Media/­Handout
Pope Francis meets with U.S. Vice President JD Vance on Easter Sunday at the Vatican, April 20, 2025. Vatican Media/­Handout via REUTER./File Photo
Pope Francis meets with U.S. Vice President JD Vance on Easter Sunday at the Vatican, April 20, 2025. Vatican Media/­Handout via REUTERS/File Photo

Overview

  • Pope Francis passed away on April 21, 2025, less than 24 hours after meeting Vice President JD Vance at the Vatican on Easter Sunday.
  • Vance, addressing reporters in Agra, India, described the encounter as a 'great blessing' and chose to honor the pope's pastoral impact rather than engage in political discussions about their disagreements.
  • The late pontiff had been a vocal critic of the Trump administration's immigration policies, urging compassion for migrants in his final Easter address.
  • President Donald Trump confirmed his attendance at Pope Francis’s funeral on Saturday and ordered U.S. flags to be flown at half-staff in the pontiff’s honor.
  • Speculation on social media has linked Vance to an 'ominous pattern' following the pope’s death and a deadly terror attack in Kashmir during his diplomatic visit to India.