Kim Davis Had a Private Meeting with Pope Francis During His Visit to the U.S.

It has been confirmed that Kim Davis, the controversial Kentucky clerk who denied a marriage certificate to a gay couple, had a private meeting with Pope Francis during his visit to the United States last week.

Vatican spokesperson Reverend Federico Lombardi confirmed the meeting took place, but would not elaborate. When asked if it took place, he said, “Yes.”

“I don’t deny the meeting has taken place. but I have no comment to add,” the reverend said (via BuzzFeed News).

The meeting reportedly took place at the Vatican Embassy in Washington, D.C. on September 24.