President Donald Trump Wishes Pope Leo XIV Recovery After Lung Cancer Surgery
President Donald Trump wished Pope Leo XIV a speedy recovery on Wednesday following the pontiff’s lung cancer diagnosis and subsequent surgery to remove part of his right lung, Fox News reported. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One while traveling from Arizona to Montana, the president expressed optimism about the 71-year-old pontiff’s medical prognosis.
The Vatican announced on Tuesday that doctors diagnosed Pope Leo XIV with lung adenocarcinoma after a 90-minute surgical procedure at Agostino Gemelli University Hospital in Rome. Medical staff removed the lower lobe of the pontiff’s right lung during the operation, which proceeded without any reported complications. Preoperative tests had identified a small lump in the lung at an early stage, prompting the surgical recommendation.
Family Ties and Medical Prognosis Discussed Aboard Air Force One
During his remarks to reporters, President Trump discussed his personal connection to the pope’s family, revealing a friendship with the pontiff’s brother and sister-in-law. His brother is a friend of mine, who’s a great — he’s a fantastic guy — and his wife. You know, they’re big Trump supporters. They have MAGA all over their house,
Trump said. And I can say that his brother loves him a lot. Loves the pope a lot, and that’s good, but I just want to wish him well. Get better fast.
Addressing the medical situation directly, the president acknowledged the seriousness of the diagnosis while offering words of support. I want to see Pope Leo get well. I hear the prognosis for that type of a problem. It’s a cancer. It’s big stuff. Anytime you have cancer,
Trump said. But the prognosis seems to be good, I’ve watched. And we just want to wish him our love and our best wishes.
Hospital Recovery Following Agostino Gemelli University Hospital Procedure
Following the 90-minute operation at Agostino Gemelli University Hospital, Pope Leo XIV awoke normally from anesthesia. The Holy See Press Office confirmed that tissue examinations conducted after the removal of the lower lobe of the right lung matched findings from tests performed prior to the surgery. The pontiff returned to his hospital room following a brief observation period.
The diagnosis and subsequent treatment follow a series of high-profile papal engagements and diplomatic meetings in Vatican City. Earlier this year, the pope met with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, whom President Trump has previously praised as someone who is able to bridge gaps in diplomatic relations unlike any other.
Questions Regarding Pope Leo XIV’s Health and Recovery
What specific type of lung cancer was diagnosed?
Doctors confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma after examining tissue collected during surgery at Agostino Gemelli University Hospital in Rome, according to the Holy See Press Office.
How much of the lung was removed during the procedure?
Surgeons removed the lower lobe of the pontiff’s right lung during a 90-minute operation that the Vatican reported had no complications.
When did President Trump make his public remarks?
The president spoke to reporters on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026, aboard Air Force One while traveling from a campaign rally in Bullhead City, Arizona, to Montana.
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