Wealthy MAGA Catholics from America traveled to the Vatican to possibly donate money to the church in exchange for choosing 'the right pope' to succeed Pope Francis. President Trump joked about wanting to be pope, and his favored cardinal, Timothy Dolan, leads the American Papal Foundation. Some members openly discussed their preferences for the next pope, emphasizing the need for the 'right pope.'
Key Points
Wealthy MAGA Catholics from America traveled to the Vatican to possibly influence the choice of the next pope
President Trump joked about wanting to be pope and supported Cardinal Timothy Dolan
American Papal Foundation members openly discussed their preferences for the new pope
Pros
Potential large donations to the church
Increased interest in the papal succession process
Cons
Potential politicization of the papal role
Controversy surrounding President Trump's joking about becoming pope