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Pope Leo XIV Gains 84% Favor Among American Catholics

4/15/2026

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Pope Leo XIV has shifted the Vatican's relationship with conservative American Catholics and gained strong support.
His stance contrasts with Pope Francis, creating a perceived divide among conservatives.
U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Pope Leo XIV, prompting backlash from conservatives who favor the pope.
A Pew survey shows Pope Leo XIV has 84% favorability among American Catholics.

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Pope Leo XIV has shifted the Vatican's relationship with conservative American Catholics and gained strong support.
His stance contrasts with Pope Francis, creating a perceived divide among conservatives.
U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Pope Leo XIV, prompting backlash from conservatives who favor the pope.
A Pew survey shows Pope Leo XIV has 84% favorability among American Catholics.