US EditionPope Leo issues five-word message to the US
- On May 12, 2025, Pope Leo XIV, the first U.S.-born pontiff, gave a viral one-word reply, "Many," during a Vatican encounter about a message for the United States.
- This exchange occurred amid scrutiny of Leo XIV’s moderate political stance and his documented criticism of President Trump and Vice President Vance's policies, especially on immigration.
- Pope Leo XIV has a history of opposing harsh immigration rhetoric, as shown by his 2015 sharing of Cardinal Dolan’s Washington Post op-ed critical of Trump and his retweets against Vance’s comments.
- After responding with a smile and the word "Many," Pope Leo added, "God bless you all." His brother mentioned that the Pope is displeased with the current state of immigration issues in the U.S.
- The exchange and Pope Leo’s prior statements suggest he may address U.S. Immigration policies more openly as he settles into his new role.
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