Vance visits Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican before Trump and Putin discuss a ceasefire in Ukraine.
Pope Leo XIV met with a prominent figure, US Vice President JD Vance, on Monday, just as the US increased its efforts toward a ceasefire in the ongoing war in Ukraine. Vance’s motorcade was spotted entering Vatican City shortly after 7:30 AM. As a recent Catholic convert, Vance led the US delegation during a public […]
Vance and Rubio Welcome Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City After His First Mass
Pope Leo XIV’s Inauguration Mass On May 18, 2025, Vice President J.D. Vance, along with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, attended the inaugural mass of Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City. The ceremony marked a significant moment in the Catholic Church’s history, as it welcomed the first American Pope. After the mass, Vance and the […]
Gallery of images: Pope Leo XIV during his first Mass at the Vatican
Pope Leo XIV Photo gallery capturing Leo ahead of his first Mass Published May 18, 2025 10:51 AM EDT Pope Leo XIV is set to tour St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican on Sunday, May 18, 2025, in what will be a significant moment before his inaugural Mass. This event has drawn considerable attention and […]
JD Vance shares a little-known secret about the Vatican in an interview with Glenn Beck
Vance Discusses Vatican’s Influence and Peace Initiatives During a recent interview with Glenn Beck, Vice President JD Vance touched on various topics, including Donald Trump’s significant visit to Saudi Arabia, a European initiative on social media censorship, and plans for budget cuts regarding the “Big Beautiful Bill.” Vance also highlighted Trump’s intentions to lessen regulations […]
Vance meets Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City
Vice President Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance attended the Clergy Mass on Sunday in Vatican City. Before departing St. Peter’s Square, they were greeted by Pope Leo XIV, as mentioned by the Vice President’s spokesperson. During their meeting, Vance, along with the first American Pope, exchanged brief handshakes and conversation. The Second Lady, adorned […]
Rubio indicates Vatican is not a mediator in Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations after proposal to facilitate discussions.
During a press conference on Saturday, Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed gratitude for Pope Leo XIV’s offer to host peace talks regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict. However, he suggested that it’s unlikely the Vatican will play a significant role in mediating a peace agreement in Eastern Europe. When questioned about whether he would address the […]
Pope Leo XIV will provide the Vatican for talks between Russia and Ukraine.
Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pope, has offered to mediate between Russian and Ukrainian leaders at the Vatican in an effort to establish peace amid the ongoing conflict. This announcement comes after Russian President Putin avoided discussions in Turkey earlier this week, as noted by a senior Catholic official on Friday. The Pope “is […]
A collection of images showing Pope Leo XIV’s journey to the Vatican
Pope Leo XIV Announced as New Pope on May 8, 2025 On May 12, 2025, it was officially announced that Robert Francis Prevost has become Pope Leo XIV. The announcement came shortly after his election was confirmed by the Vatican. The new pope, who has roots in Dalton, Illinois, is known for his engaging demeanor […]
Pope Leo XIV leads inaugural ‘Regina Caeli’ prayer at Vatican
Pope Leo XIV held his inaugural “Regina Caeli” prayer at St. Peter’s Square in the Vatican on Sunday. This was just hours after he visited the tomb of his predecessor, Pope Francis. During his address, he expressed a hopeful sentiment about his role, stating, “I came here on these first days of the new ministry […]
Will the IRS impose taxes on Pope Leo XIV’s Vatican residence?
What happens when the tax man comes for the Pope? With the election of Prevart F. Prevast of Chicago as Pope Leo XIV, America now has its first Pope, and Chicagoans can claim a stake in the Vatican. While Catholics across the globe ponder spiritual matters, tax lawyers are focused on a different question. Will […]