Apr 21, 2025 - Politics & Policy
Trump to attend Pope Francis' funeral
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President Trump plans to attend Pope Francis' funeral, he said today on Truth Social.
- He ordered flags flown at half-staff in Francis' honor.
- Vice President Vance met with the late pope yesterday — one of his last meetings before his death at age 88.
✝️ What's next: A conclave to select the next pope will begin within the next few weeks.
- Francis appointed 80% of the cardinals who will elect his successor.
- Early speculation has focused on several European cardinals who were close to Francis, as well as potential candidates from Africa and Southeast Asia, per The New York Times (gift link).
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