The death of Holy Pope Francis occurred at an interesting time. This is because a large number of the world's heads of state will attend the funeral, and tradition dictates that only royalty are seated in the front row.
It remains to be seen, then, where the President of the United States, Donald Trump, will be seated. Will he have to humble himself and accept a second-tier seat, or will he dare to challenge a two-thousand-year-old institution to change its practices and place him in the front row?
Of course, this matter is of no importance to anyone except Donald Trump himself. And for that reason, making a fuss about it would be, to put it mildly, embarrassing for him — regardless of the outcome. Unfortunately, however, his behavior during his second presidential term has prompted us ordinary folks to watch with great interest to see whether his massive ego can adapt to the occasion.
One way I understand Mr. Trump. After the failed July 2024 assassination attempt, maybe he is tempted to think that he God's chosen to lead the world.
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