Cardinal Cupich, the undeserving prelate unfortunately placed by Francis in the helm of one of America's greatest dioceses (and birthplace of the current Roman Pontiff), Chicago, in his customary divisive and brusque style, tried to give a Catholic award to one of the most pro-abortion voices in the United States Congress, Senator Richard Durbin of Illinois. At least 10 bishops opposed this move.
Yesterday, a reporter put Leo XIV on the spot regarding this. The question was poorly phrased and the answer was serene, but as confusing as can be:
