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Pope Francis, who passed away Monday at 88, is remembered as a beloved yet controversial figure. While widely cherished as a leader of the Catholic Church, his papacy, beginning in 2013, saw frequent clashes with conservative US Catholics. He often criticized the Trump administration and lamented the replacement of faith with ideologies within the American church, leading to both fervent support and strong opposition.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.