Vice President JD Vance Meets Pope Francis on Easter Sunday
April 20, 2025Vice President JD Vance met with Pope Francis at the Vatican on Easter Sunday, amidst the Pope’s ongoing recovery from pneumonia.
On Easter Sunday, Vice President JD Vance had a brief meeting with Pope Francis at the Casa Santa Marta in the Vatican. Despite his recovery from a severe case of pneumonia, the 88-year-old pontiff welcomed Vance, who expressed relief at seeing the Pope in better health. The meeting, lasting 17 minutes, included a cordial exchange where Pope Francis gifted Vance three chocolate Easter eggs for his children, a Vatican tie, and rosaries.