Leo, the first American pontiff, drew Trump's ire after becoming a firm critic of the war and the administration's hardline immigration policies.
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Marco Rubio meets Pope Leo amid tensions with Trump over Iran war
Marco Rubio met with Pope Leo, the first American pontiff, amidst ongoing tensions between the Pope and President Trump. Pope Leo has become a vocal critic of the Trump administration's policies, specifically its stance on the war and its hardline immigration policies.
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Marco Rubio met with Pope Leo, the first American pontiff, amidst ongoing tensions between the Pope and President Trump. Pope Leo has become a vocal critic of the Trump administration's policies, specifically its stance on the war and its hardline immigration policies. This meeting occurred while these tensions were publicly evident. The article does not specify the exact date or location of the meeting, but highlights the significance of the Pope's American origin and his critical engagement with the current administration's agenda.
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