Pres. Biden: Pope Told Me That I Should "Keep Receiving Communion"

President Biden, the first Catholic president since JFK, met with Pope Francis at the Vatican. Their 75-minute meeting focused on shared concerns like climate change and the pandemic, avoiding contentious topics like abortion. Biden's stance on abortion rights contrasts with the Catholic Church's views, sparking debate. The meeting is part of a long history of interactions between US presidents and popes, with varying degrees of agreement and conflict. Biden has met with several popes before, and this meeting marks his first as president. The video explores these historical relationships and their public perceptions.

How does President Biden's stance on abortion contrast with the views of the Catholic Church?

What historical context is provided regarding the relationship between U.S. presidents and popes?

What was the nature of the relationship between former President Donald Trump and Pope Francis?