Pope Leo Visits Argentina Under the Long Shadow of His Predecessor Francis

Summary

Pope Leo is traveling to Argentina, where he will be confronted with the overwhelming presence of Pope Francis, who never returned to his home country after becoming pope. The New York Times reports that the new pontiff's visit will be shaped by the legacy of his predecessor in Francis's homeland.

Timeline

1. The New York Times

   10 Nov 2026, 10:02 UTCSource ↗

   The New York Times reports that Francis never returned to his home country of Argentina after becoming pope, and that the new pontiff, Leo, will still be confronted with the overwhelming presence of his predecessor during his visit.