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Pope Francis did not lead Easter Sunday's services at the Vatican today,
but he did draw cheers and applause when he made a brief appearance to bless the thousands gathered in St. Peter's Square.
The Pope wishing to crowd a happy Easter and sounding stronger
as he continues to recover from a severe bout with pneumonia,
he then asked an aide to read his speech.
Earlier today, the Pope met with Vice President J. D. Vance in a statement.
The Vatican said the two met for a few minutes at the Pope's residence to exchange Easter greetings.
The Pope has criticized the Trump administration over immigration policy and funding cuts to foreign aid and domestic welfare programs.
Thousands turned out for scores of rallies around the country this weekend to protest the Trump administration.
In Philadelphia, they again gathered in front of Independence Hall.
For member station W-H-Y-Y, Emily Neal has more.
Protesters chanted No Kings and referenced Philadelphia's revolutionary history
as they marched in front of the building where the U.S.
Constitution was signed in 1787.