Sources said Biden is expected to attend Pope Francis’ funeral.

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Sources said Biden is expected to attend Pope Francis’ funeral.

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Former President Joe Biden maintains close working and personal relationships with Pope Francis, dating back to the late Pope’s visit to the United States in 2015 Pope’s funeral According to several people who know his plans, it was in the Vatican city on Saturday.

People say that although final details have not been determined yet, Biden does intend to attend.

According to a spokesman, Francis started his pope during the Obama administration in 2013, but former President Barack Obama does not intend to attend.

Pope Francis met with Joe Biden on the second day of the 50th G7 Summit held in Fasano, Italy on June 14, 2024 on the second day of the 50th G7 Summit held in Borgo Egnazia.

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President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will fly to Rome on Friday morning for Saturday’s funeral.

Pope Francis has been fighting for several months. Died at the age of 88 on Monday Follow the stroke.

He used to Lying in the state Since Wednesday, thousands of mourners have come to the final tribute.

Among the governors attending the funeral will include Ukrainian President Vorodimir Zelensky, French President Emmanuel Macron, Italian Prime Minister George Meloni, British Prime Minister Kyle Stamer and Argentina President Javier Mili.

Ed O’Keefe

Ed O’Keefe is a senior White House and political correspondent for CBS News. He previously worked for the Washington Post, covering the presidential campaign, Congress and federal agencies. His main focus is President Biden, Vice President Harris and political issues across the country.