Here is what we know so far about Leo XIV’s political and social views. His views on women in the church appear aligned with Francis . During his papacy, Francis opened more leadership roles to ...

Pope Leo XIV voted numerous times in his home state of Illinois, including in Republican primaries before Donald Trump became president. Most recently, he voted via absentee ballot in the 2024 ...

ROME (AP) — Pope Leo XIV marked the 56th anniversary of man’s arrival on the moon Sunday with a visit to the Vatican astronomical observatory in Castel Gandolfo and a call to astronaut Buzz Aldrin.

Cupich on Pope Leo XIV's global history Raddatz: Talk about what being an American means as a pope, given he has lived in Peru for so many years and has a global vision in a way. Cupich: : And he ...

Pope Leo XIV’s views are already sparking conversation about the role of faith in today’s political landscape. WSBs Ashley Simmons contributed to this story

What we know about Pope Leo XIV’s political and social views Delving into the new pontiff’s views, including on LGBTQ+ rights, the climate and women in the church. Updated May 9, 2025