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JD Vance: “I hope it’s the beginning of a very good relationship, because I think he does care a lot about peace.”

On the recordMay 19, 2025
I hope it’s the beginning of a very good relationship, because I think he does care a lot about peace.
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JD Vance
Republican · Ohio

Editor's note · Context

Vance expresses hope for a positive relationship with Pope Leo XIV focused on peace.

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