Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born Pope, is a centrist succeeding Pope Francis. While sharing some progressive views on the environment and migrants, Leo holds more conservative stances on LGBTQ+ issues, opposing the ordination of women and expressing concerns about gender ideology in schools. He's also voiced support for climate action and criticized certain U.S. policies, including immigration measures and the Trump administration's stance on migrants. His voting record shows participation in Republican primaries, yet his social media reveals criticism of specific Trump administration actions and support for social justice causes.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.