The Bishop's Gambit
(RNS) — Pope Francis makes a bold move in Washington, appointing the outspoken Cardinal Robert McElroy to amplify the Vatican’s stance on immigration, the environment and diplomacy under a shifting political landscape.
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Soft power, Pope Francis and D.C. Politics
In a bold response to the incoming U.S. president, Pope Francis appoints Cardinal Robert McElroy as Bishop of Washington, D.C., signaling the Vatican’s commitment to immigration, environmental justice and a moral counter to Trump-era politics. RNS Vatican correspondent Claire Giangravè explores the significance of this appointment and its implications for faith and power in the United States.
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