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Pope Leo XIV, first U.S. pope, challenges Washington
Filed: May 06, 2026 at 1:05 PM ET
Summary: A year into his papacy, Pope Leo XIV has shown readiness to challenge Washington as an American pontiff.
WHO: Pope Leo XIV
WHAT: Pope Leo XIV’s approach is described as challenging Washington during his papacy
WHEN: May 06, 2026 at 11:02 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: To challenge Washington despite concerns about an American pontiff
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