The first US pope said "successive waves of immigrants" played a role in shaping the United States, which marks its 250th anniversary on Saturday. Leo's remarks have made him a target of President Donald Trump.
Pope Leo defends US immigrant history at 250th anniversary
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Tue 15:00 - Euronews
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Wed 14:14 - France 24
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Fri 15:03 - France 24
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Pope Leo defends US immigrant history at 250th anniversary
Fri 18:13 - DW Top
Pope Leo defends US immigrant history at 250th anniversary
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Sat 02:42 - The Hill
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Sat 02:49 - Washington Examiner
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