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"Giani's head was more than payback, it was a warning to any others who would continue to probe in the future."

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It could also signify that Francis is getting concerned about potentially getting removed from office," the source added. "'Stalinist purge' is an expression being used increasingly these days in Rome ..."

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"Parolin and his substitute Abp. Edgar Peña Parra were very embarrassed by the raid conducted by the Gendarmerie," the source said. "Giani's head was more than payback, it was a warning to any others who would continue to probe in the future."

I read where Francis gave his permission for the raid.

"It could also signify that Francis is getting concerned about potentially getting removed from office," the source added.

I hope he's shaking in his boots.