Why Are Traditionalists Upset with Pope Leo XIV?

In today’s episode, we cover several major developments shaking the Catholic world. John-Henry Westen is no longer with LifeSite News—his co-founder reveals what led to his departure. Meanwhile, Pope Leo XIV is making waves with a series of controversial episcopal appointments that have traditionalists sounding the alarm. Cardinal Fernández has confirmed that blessings for same-sex couples will remain in place under Pope Leo XIV, continuing a key policy from the previous pontificate. Bishop Strickland is now promoting the St. Gallen Mafia theory to explain the current crisis in the Church, and in a surprising move, one bishop has granted a general exemption from Sunday Mass attendance. We also look at a newly surfaced report about the Latin Mass—some claim it suggests that Pope Francis restricted it for questionable or even bogus reasons. I break down all of this and what it means for the Church today. Don’t miss it.

00:00 Introduction
01:13 Why was John Henry Westen removed?
12:55 Pope Leo XIV appoints pro gay blessings bishop?
15:55 Cardinal Fernandez confirms gay blessings will remain under Pope Leo XIV
20:30 Bishop Strickland criticizes Pope Leo XIV
37:27 Bishop Strickland on the St. Gallen Mafia narrative
51:01 Bishop of San Bernardino grants mass dispensation

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