Pope Francis Under Fire For Alleged Homophobic Remark During Private Meeting
Pope Francis has caused a stir by allegedly using a homophobic slur in a meeting with Italian bishops, raising concerns about his stance on LGBTQ+ inclusivity. The Pope's remarks were made during a discussion on allowing celibate gay men into seminaries. Despite some previous inclusive actions, the Pope's language has provoked controversy and questions regarding his true commitment to LGBTQ+ rights.