The pontiff asaid that the “sense of freedom, the sense of opportunity” are what makes him love America in a discussion with “NBC Nightly News” anchor Tom Llamas. Tom Llamas and Pope.NBC Nightly NewsJuly 29, 2026, 6:38 PM EDTBy Babak DehghanpishehPope Leo XIV discussed his family’s unique connection with slavery and his love of America in a one-on-one encounter with “NBC Nightly News” anchor Tom Llamas Wednesday outside Rome. Just a moment.We are getting your experience ready.
Pope Leo tells NBC News his ancestors included immigrants, enslaved people and slaveholders
The pontiff asaid that the “sense of freedom, the sense of opportunity” are what makes him love America in a discussion with “NBC Nightly News” anchor Tom Llamas.
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