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First Thing: Pope Leo recovering from surgery after lung cancer diagnosis

First Thing: Pope Leo recovering from surgery after lung cancer diagnosis

Also reported by France24

Summary

Pope Leo XIV, the first US-born pope, had lung cancer surgery and is recovering with canceled appointments until October 20. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump faced a court ruling that restored White House access to journalists from certain media outlets, and Kimberly Guilfoyle resigned as US ambassador to Greece amid allegations of improper conduct.

Key Facts

  • Pope Leo XIV, age 71, had part of his right lung removed due to lung cancer.
  • His surgery was reported successful, and he is now resting at the Vatican.
  • Pope Leo has canceled all public engagements until October 20.
  • A federal judge ruled that CNN, MSNBC, and Politico journalists must keep White House access during a lawsuit against the Trump administration.
  • Judge Kelly found that revoking press access based on viewpoint likely violates the First Amendment.
  • The BBC is pushing President Trump to schedule a deposition in his $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the broadcaster.
  • Kimberly Guilfoyle resigned as US ambassador to Greece after reports she sought payments from a Trump donor in exchange for influence.
  • Guilfoyle denies wrongdoing and says she will defend her reputation.
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