Trump, Vatican and Pope Francis

Pope appoints Trump critic to be archbishop of Washington, DC, and appoints first female leader of a Vatican department
Pope Francis has appointed Cardinal Robert McElroy, a vocal defender of migrants and critic of Donald Trump’s first administration, as the next archbishop of Washington, DC.
Vatican Appoints Liberal Cardinal, Trump Critic as Archbishop of Washington, DC
One church historian calls the decision a ‘bold move’ by the Pope and a ‘statement’ to the incoming administration.
Pope Francis Appoints Trump Critic D.C.-Area Archbishop—After Trump Taps Francis Critic As Vatican Ambassador
Francis’ liberal pick for Washington, D.C. archbishop is at odds with Trump’s choice for ambassador to the Vatican, Brian Burch, a vocal Francis critic.
Trump critic appointed as next archbishop of D.C.
Pope Francis appointed vocal Trump critic Cardinal Robert McElroy as the next archbishop of Washington, D.C. What does it signal about the Pope and the Vatican plan to navigate a second Trump administration?
Pope Appoints Progressive Ally Cardinal McElroy As Washington Archbishop
Cardinal Robert McElroy of San Diego is known for his progressive views on LGBTQ+ issues and social inequality.
Pope Francis Appoints Trump Critic as Washington, D.C., Archbishop
Cardinal Robert McElroy has supported migrants and said the church should be more inclusive to women and LGBT people.
Pope selects liberal California cardinal as new DC Catholic leader ahead of Trump inauguration
Pope Francis selected San Diego Cardinal Robert McElroy, who once called for anti-Trump "disruptors," to lead the Catholic Church in Washington, D.C.
Vatican names liberal San Diego Cardinal Robert McElroy as new D.C. leader
McElroy, known for a pastoral approach to migrants and the LGBTQ+ community, will lead an archdiocese still bruised by a ...
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AI is exposing new rifts in the Catholic Church
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Bullying in schools ‘prepares for war, not peace,’ Pope Francis tells Catholic educators
The pontiff repeatedly emphasized his message against bullying, having participants pledge "No bullying!" during the audience ...