Pope Francis will enjoy lunch with homeless people in Washington DC after passing up the offer of a meal with politicians,  reports.

The leader of the Roman Catholic Church arrived in the US on Tuesday for a six-day trip.

After addressing Congress, it is expected he will dine with around 300 of the capital’s homeless people in a tent set up outside St Patrick Catholic Church, .

he move highlights the Pope’s focus on social justice and his concerns over income inequality.