Rubio meets with Pope Leo XIV and plans to talk with Italian Prime Minister Meloni
Secretary of State Marco Rubio Meets with Pope Leo XIV On May 7, 2026, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio continued diplomatic efforts by meeting with Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City. This meeting is part of a three-day visit to Italy and the Vatican, amidst growing tensions between the Pope and President Donald Trump […]
Marco Rubio and Pope Leo XIV Come Together to Strengthen US-Holy See Collaboration Amid Trump’s Criticism
Marco Rubio Meets Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican On Thursday, Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican. This gathering aimed to enhance the relationship between the United States and the Catholic Church, even in the wake of recent criticisms from President Donald Trump regarding the pontiff. […]
Rubio meets with Pope Leo XIV shortly after Trump’s recent comments.
Marco Rubio Visits Vatican City, Meets Pope Leo XIV Secretary of State Marco Rubio began a two-day trip to Vatican City and Italy on Thursday, kicking things off with a meeting with Pope Leo XIV. This visit comes shortly after President Trump accused the first American-born pope of “putting a lot of Catholics and a […]
Rubio gets ready for an open conversation with Pope Leo XIV as tensions rise between the Vatican and Trump
Rubio to Discuss Tensions with Pope Leo XIV in Rome Secretary of State Marco Rubio is gearing up for a straightforward conversation with Pope Leo XIV during his upcoming trip to Rome later this week. This comes amid some friction between the pontiff and President Trump concerning issues like immigration and the United States’ involvement […]
Rubio plans a trip to Rome for discussions with Pope Leo XIV and Italy’s Foreign Minister.
Marco Rubio’s Upcoming Visit to Rome This week, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to visit Rome for diplomatic talks, highlighted by a private meeting with Pope Leo XIV at the Apostolic Palace on Thursday. The Holy See’s press office confirmed this meeting, which comes amid rising tensions between the Trump administration and […]
Vatican Announces Marco Rubio Will Meet Pope Leo XIV on May 7
Upcoming Audience with Pope Leo XIV The Holy See’s Press Office announced that Pope Leo XIV will meet with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on May 7. This meeting is part of Rubio’s upcoming visit to Italy and the Vatican, reportedly aimed at mending relations following President Donald Trump’s inauguration. According to reports from […]
Pope Leo XIV selects a former undocumented immigrant as bishop of West Virginia.
Appointment of Bishop Menjivar Ayala Sparks Controversy A significant Roman Catholic diocese has responded to critiques following the appointment of a former illegal immigrant as bishop, amidst rising tensions between the Vatican and Washington over issues related to refugees and immigration enforcement. Pope Leo XIV appointed Bishop Evelio Menjivar Ayala to oversee the Diocese of […]
Pope Leo XIV acknowledges the martyrdom of Christians killed by Spanish leftists.
Pope Leo’s Recognition of Spanish Martyrs During the early 20th century, Spain was torn apart by a civil war that saw an uneasy alliance of leftist groups, bolstered by Soviet support, clashing against conservatives, nationalists, and monarchists who received aid from Germany and Italy. This internecine conflict not only involved anarchists and communists but also […]
Pope Leo XIV Criticizes Executions of Iranian Protesters: ‘We Must Respect Human Life’
Pope Leo XIV Condemns Iran’s Regime Amid Protests Pope Leo XIV has openly criticized Iran’s Islamist regime for its role in the brutal crackdown on protesters, expressing a desire for the violence to cease, especially regarding the execution of those opposed to the government. Speaking to reporters on a flight back to Rome from Equatorial […]
Tom Homan asks Pope Leo XIV to join him for an ICE ride-along at a Turning Point USA discussion
Homan Invites Pope to Discuss Immigration with ICE Agents Tom Homan, the border czar under President Trump, has proposed that the head of the Catholic Church, Pope Leo, join him on a tour with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in various cities. During a panel discussion hosted by Turning Point USA, Homan, who […]