Trump wishes Pope Leo speedy recovery after lung cancer diagnosis, speaks highly of pontiff's brother

President Donald Trump revealed Pope Leo XIV's brother is a friend and avid MAGA supporter with memorabilia "all over" his house while wishing the pontiff well.

Trump wishes Pope Leo speedy recovery after lung cancer diagnosis, speaks highly of pontiff's brother

TL;DR

  • President Donald Trump wished Pope Leo XIV a speedy recovery after the pontiff was diagnosed with lung cancer.
  • Trump revealed he is friends with Pope Leo XIV's brother, who is described as an enthusiastic MAGA supporter.
  • Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery to remove part of his right lung due to lung adenocarcinoma.
  • Doctors reported no complications after the surgery.
  • The diagnosis was confirmed through tissue examination during surgery.