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Joe Biden Attends Pope Francis’s Funeral in Vatican City
Former U.S. President Joe Biden attended the funeral of Pope Francis on April 26, 2025, in Vatican City. Joined by former First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, this event marked Biden’s first major public appearance since leaving office earlier this year. His presence was seen as a powerful gesture of respect for the late pope.
A Longstanding Relationship with Pope Francis
Throughout his years as Vice President and President, Biden built a personal relationship with Pope Francis. They met several times, including an important meeting at the G7 Leaders Summit in 2024. Before leaving the White House, Biden awarded Pope Francis the Presidential Medal of Freedom, highlighting the strong bond and mutual admiration between them.
A Global Farewell: World Leaders Gather
Pope Francis’s funeral brought together over 250,000 mourners and many world leaders. Among those attending were U.S. President Donald Trump, French President Emmanuel Macron, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and Prince William. The ceremony celebrated the Pope’s legacy of humility and compassion. His simple wooden coffin was carried through the streets of Rome in the Popemobile, finally laid to rest at the Basilica of St. Mary Major.
Biden’s Deep Respect for the Late Pope
Biden’s attendance at the funeral underlined the deep respect he held for Pope Francis and the values the pontiff stood for—kindness, equality, and service. Despite no longer holding political office, Biden’s appearance was a reminder of his strong Catholic faith and long-standing connection to the Vatican.
