Pope Leo to have "nodule" removed from lung

Pope Leo, the first American pontiff, faces a medical procedure this week to remove a nodule from his lung. At 71, he's less than 18 months into his papacy, which has seen him take notable public stances against the current White House on issues like immigration and artificial intelligence. While the nodule's removal is a significant health concern for the pontiff, it also raises questions about the potential impact on his active public role and the ongoing political and social debates he's involved in.