Trump Open To Pope Leo Meeting, Churches Resist Geofencing, Study Links Ultra Processed Foods To Chronic Illness

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In this episode, we break down President Donald Trump’s surprising openness to meeting with Pope Leo amid tensions over his immigration policy, explore the United Methodist Church’s pushback against a contentious geofencing campaign targeting Texas congregations with pro-Israel ads, and examine a new study linking ultra-processed foods to rising rates of chronic and mental health conditions worldwide.

00:11 Trump says he's willing to meet with Pope Leo XIV
00:56 UMC pushes back on reported plan to 'geotarget' Texas churches
01:54 Church-state watchdog group leader appointed to USCIRF
02:38 Ultra-processed foods fueling chronic diseases: study
03:31 Texas AG, securities board offer conflicting takes on EPIC suit
04:23 Fla. sues WPATH, other groups for pushing trans surgeries on kids
05:15 MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell announces run for Minnesota governor

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