Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer. Here's what to know about the first American pope.

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Pope Leo XIV announced he was to undergo surgery during the Sunday Angelus prayer on October 11, 2026. Elisabetta Trevisan - Vatican Media via Vatican Pool/Getty ImagesIn May 2025, Pope Leo XIV was elected as the current pope. Hailing from Chicago, he has been outspoken about the impact of AI on society during his papacy.