Trump, Global Dignitaries Attend Pope Francis Funeral in Vatican

President Donald Trump is traveling to Rome to attend Pope Francis's funeral, despite a history of ideological and personal clashes between the two leaders, especially over immigration and social issues. Their relationship has been marked by public disagreements, with Pope Francis criticizing Trump's immigration policies and Trump responding defensively, though he has recently offered praise for the late pontiff. The funeral will be attended by 130 delegations, including 50 heads of state and several monarchs, reflecting Pope Francis’s global influence and humble legacy. While Trump has won support among conservative American Catholics, he never gained favor with Francis, whose final public messages emphasized unity and compassion for marginalized groups. The Vatican has arranged for poor and needy individuals to pay their respects, underscoring Francis's lifelong commitment to the marginalized. The conclave to elect a new pope will begin after nine days of mourning, with cardinals already gathering in Rome.