quotes
The President thanked the pope for his continued advocacy to alleviate global suffering, including his work to advance human rights and protect religious freedoms,
said a White House readout of the leaders' callHe will also meet with Italy’s leaders to highlight the strength of the U.S.-Italy relationship, thank Prime Minister Meloni for her strong leadership of the G7 over the past year, and discuss important challenges facing the world,
Jean-Pierre saidKarine Jean-Pierre,
white House Press Secretary
posts
Biden heading to Vatican City next month to meet with Pope Francis, Meloni in final overseas trip
Fox NewsUS: Biden to meet with Pope Francis, Italy PM Meloni
Deutsche Welle (EN)Biden will meet with Pope Francis in the final days of his presidency
NBC NewsBiden to travel to Italy for meetings with pope, Meloni in January
The HillBiden to travel to Rome in January to meet with Pope Francis
The GazetteBiden expected to visit Pope Francis in final international trip of his presidency, AP sources say
The IndependentWhite House says Biden will visit Pope Francis, Meloni in final international trip of his presidency
Associated PressBiden to Meet Pope in January
Newsmax