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As the first pope from the Americas—though of Italian immigrant parentage—Francis' election was historic. His call to "make a mess" in the Church led to debates and polarization.
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Vice President JD Vance, who met with the leader of the Catholic Church at the Vatican on Easter Sunday, was one of Pope Francis's last visitors.
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Pope Francis, who has died at age 88, cast an image of humility during years of strain and change, within his church, and around the world.
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