Former President Joe Biden and spouse Jill Biden arrived at Saint Peter’s Sq. in Vatican Metropolis Saturday morning for Pope Francis’ funeral.
The 82-year-old, who met Pope Francis 3 times as vice chairman, held onto his spouse and a priest as he cautiously walked down the steps to the seating space.
The Bidens should not sitting close to President Donald Trump as they aren’t present heads of state. As an alternative, they’re sitting additional again within the international dignitaries part.
Biden was the second Roman Catholic to serve within the White Home, behind John F. Kennedy.
As vice chairman he led the US delegation to Pope Francis’ inauguration in March 2013.
The 2 met through the pontiff’s go to to Washington DC when Francis addressed a joint session of Congress and Biden was sat behind the Catholic Church chief contained in the Capitol.
Biden final met with Pope Francis throughout a visit to Italy in June 2024 for the G7 summit.
Biden was snapped taking a selfie with one other mourner earlier than the funeral service started at 10 a.m.
The previous commander in chief paid tribute to Francis after his loss of life Monday.
“He was in contrast to any who got here earlier than him.
“Pope Francis will be remembered as one of the most consequential leaders of our time and I am better for having known him,” he continued.
“He made all feel welcome and seen by the Church,” he continued.
“He promoted equity and an end to poverty and suffering across the globe. And above all, he was a Pope for everyone. He was the People’s Pope – a light of faith, hope, and love,” Biden stated.
