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Donald Trump Is ‘Looking Forward’ to Attending Pope Francis’ Funeral

Pope Francis dies at 88 after a stroke. Donald and Melania Trump announce they are 'looking forward' to attending his funeral in the Vatican

Anna Moneymaker/Getty ImagesFarrell continued: “With immense gratitude for his example as a true disciple of the Lord Jesus, we commend the soul of Pope Francis to the infinite merciful love of the Triune God.” The pope’s death came hours after he appeared on the St. Peter’s Basilica balcony on Sunday, April 20, to wish the crowd gathering at the historic Italian landmark a happy Easter. However, it is expected that faith leaders, international officials and additional mourners will visit the Vatican in the coming weeks to pay their respects for the late pope.

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