When it comes to Pope Leo XIV’s politics, it can best be described as a blend of conservatism and pragmatism.
While he holds certain views that could be considered regressive, he also has some that can be labeled as progressive, and he makes sure people are aware of both sides. Just a couple of months ago, while speaking to the press, Pope Leo XIV expressed dissatisfaction with Donald Trump’s efforts to deal with the undocumented immigrant population of the United States, saying that it wasn’t really “pro-life.” His exact words on the matter were:
