Pope: 'There is an air of faggotness in the Vatican'

Pope Francis has again used a derogatory term for gay people, "frociaggine," during meetings with Italian bishops and Roman priests. He suggested that "there is an air of faggotness in the Vatican," advising caution about allowing young gay men into the seminary.

The Vatican later emphasized the need to welcome gay individuals into the Church. After the initial incident, some bishops speculated that the pope might not have understood the term's offensive nature. While Francis has made strides towards LGBTQ+ acceptance, these recent comments have raised concerns about his authority and reform goals within the Church.