This was a moving moment for the President
US President Joe Biden broke down in tears yesterday at Knock Shrine after he met the priest who gave his late son the last rites.
READ MORE - IRA man Shane Rowan 'doesn't care' about Gerry Hutch verdict and says no one will work with gang again Earlier, Mr Biden declared “it’s good to be back” when he touched down for the final leg of his four-day visit. Speaking afterwards, Transport Minister Mr Ryan hailed the special guest for his comments on climate change.
He touched the apparition wall before he was brought into the Apparition Chapel for some moments of quiet reflection and a prayer.
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