Private Catholic research university in Washington, D.C., pontifical, not primarily a seminary
Pope Leo XIV has opened a four-day visit to France focused on defending the value of human life and meeting abuse survivors. The trip has prompted protests and fresh criticism: survivors and campaigners say the church has not provided timely justice and want transparent trials, while French reparations bodies have awarded hundreds of victims compensation.
The Supreme Court has issued orders and statements reflecting tension over its voting rights and campaign-finance rulings ahead of the midterm elections. Justice Kagan has criticized the court’s impact on democracy, noting increased polarization and a more partisan environment.