Pope Leo XIV Says He Expects to Visit the U.S. 'in the Next Couple of Years'

Pope Leo XIV told NBC News he expects to visit the United States "in the next couple of years," the clearest timeline the Chicago-born pontiff has offered for a trip to his country of birth. The Holy See Press Office confirmed in March 2026 that no U.S. travel would occur this year, placing the earliest visit in 2027 or 2028.