Summary
The Holy See has confirmed that Pope Leo XIV will not visit the United States in 2026, despite initial speculation. This decision was made on February 8, 2025, following a meeting between the Pope and U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance, who presented an invitation from President Donald Trump. The Pope stated that he would travel at some point, though no specific dates were provided. In May, Bishop Matteo Bruni of OSV News confirmed the possibility of a 2026 visit to the United States. Other destinations under consideration include Angola, Algeria, Spain, and Latin American countries where Leo XIV served as a missionary and bishop. However, travel plans for these locales are not yet finalized. The Holy See typically announces papal trips several months or weeks in advance; thus, the United States was not among the planned destinations for 2026 at the time of this confirmation.
Key Topics
Pope Leo XIV, United States, Vatican
