AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoVatican Summer Break: Pope Leo XIV has begun his July vacation at Castel Gandolfo, suspending audiences until July 27 as he keeps the Angelus going from the papal retreat. AI & Power Clash: Tech billionaire Peter Thiel escalated the Vatican’s AI debate by calling the pope a “Chinese communist agent” over international AI regulation—while a Los Altos priest, former tech executive Father Brendan McGuire, says he’s advising Anthropic on AI ethics amid “existential concern.” Schism Watch: Rebel Catholics tied to the Society of St. Pius X are defying Rome after excommunications, with members insisting a future pope will “welcome us back.” Immigration Message: Ahead of America’s 250th, Leo urged the U.S. to welcome and protect immigrants, echoing his Lampedusa plea for Europe to “receive, protect, support and integrate” migrants. Church Music Controversy: Malta’s St John’s Co-Cathedral honored convicted former Sistine Chapel choir director Massimo Palombella, drawing unease over the Vatican tribunal case. Sports & Culture: The pope received Chicago sports memorabilia (including a Caleb Williams jersey) and marked July 4 with U.S. ambassador Brian Burch.
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