Biden hoped to attend Pope Francis
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Pope Francis as a model for the next leader
Former President Joe Biden, who had a personal and work relationship with Pope Francis is expected The papal funeral On Saturday in the city of the Vatican, according to several people with knowledge of their plans.
Although the final details are not yet established, Biden intends to attend, said people.
Francis began his papacy in 2013 during the administration of Obama, but former President Barack Obama does not plan to attend, according to a spokesman.
President Trump and the first lady Melania Trump will fly to Rome on Saturday morning for Saturday’s funeral.
Pope Francis, who had fought against health problems for months, He died Monday at the age of 88 After a stroke.
He has been I lie in the state In the Basilica of San Pedro since Wednesday, where tens of thousands of mourners have come to present their final respects.
Among the heads of state who will attend the funeral will be Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, French president Emmanuel Macron, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Keir Starmer and Argentine President Javier Milei.
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Ed O’Keefe
Ed O’Keefe is News themezone Senior White House and Political correspondent. He previously worked for the Washington Post that covers presidential campaigns, Congress and federal agencies. His main approach is President Biden, Vice President Harris and political problems throughout the country.
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