The Vatican confirmed Pope Leo XIV will not visit the United States in 2026, though officials have not ruled out visits during other years of President Donald Trump’s term.
Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni announced the decision regarding the 2026 timeline. The statement addressed scheduling for that specific year rather than Trump’s entire presidency.
What the Vatican Confirmed
The Holy See officially ruled out a papal visit to America for 2026. Bruni’s statement provided no additional details about the reasoning behind the decision.
The confirmation comes amid reported disagreements between Pope Leo and the Trump administration. Tensions have centered on immigration policy, foreign affairs strategy, and other diplomatic matters.
What Remains Unclear
Reports citing unnamed Vatican sources have suggested a visit during Trump’s presidency is unlikely. However, the Vatican has not issued an official statement extending the cancellation beyond 2026.
No formal announcement has been made regarding whether the pope will visit the United States at any point during Trump’s term in office. Speculation about future visits continues to rely on anonymous sourcing rather than official Vatican declarations.
This story has been updated. CNN’s Religion and Politics teams contributed to this report.
