To be frank, the Catholic Church has needed another Reformation for a long time, but I doubt it survives the next one. Part of the reason why American Bishops kind of just do whatever they want is because they know there isn't a single one of them that would ever be considered for the Papacy (simply because the rest of the Catholic church HATES the American hardliners). If the Pope tells them to back down, they'll just walk and reform as the American Catholic Church.
As for Biden... I wouldn't be surprised if the Catholic Church suddenly has to start paying taxes on it's properties if they actually deny him communion. He's a member in good standing and it really can't be argued (legally) that his beliefs aren't in line with the Church's when the Church isn't even willing to pick a position and stick to it.
As for Biden... I wouldn't be surprised if the Catholic Church suddenly has to start paying taxes on it's properties if they actually deny him communion. He's a member in good standing and it really can't be argued (legally) that his beliefs aren't in line with the Church's when the Church isn't even willing to pick a position and stick to it.