Chicago mayor meets Pope Leo to discuss justice and migration

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has cast Pope Leo XIV as a global ally on social justice, migration and reparations after meeting the Chicago-born pontiff at the Vatican.

Johnson expressed pride in the pope’s Chicago roots and his commitment to justice.

The mayor, a progressive Democrat, traveled to Rome with a large delegation, drawing media interest.

He praised the pope’s stance against the war in Iran and Trump administration immigration policies.

Johnson emphasized their shared focus on social justice, particularly regarding slavery and migrants.

The meeting underscored potential cooperation between Chicago and the Vatican on human rights issues.