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Here's why Pope Leo XIV's first visit to Lebanon matters

By Jane Arraf

Published November 29, 2025 at 7:43 AM EST

Prospect of Pope Leo XIV's first visit to Lebanon sparks hope - and worry.

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Maryland is one of the most heavily leaning Democratic states in the nation and it's one of the few that could redistrict to help their party win Congress by countering Republicans. However, so far, the idea hasn't been well-receive.