Wealthy MAGA Catholics in America Influence Papal Succession

SOURCE www.dailymail.co.uk
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