The Expectation for the Upcoming Pope and Potential Candidates

As the Vatican prepares to elect a new pope, a fresh survey from CBS News reveals a significant portion of U.S. Catholics favor someone resembling Pope Francis in leadership style.

Insights from U.S. Catholics

Maurice DuBois, co-anchor for CBS Evening News, engaged with locals in Rome to gather their thoughts on the papal succession. Emphasis was placed on continuing the progressive changes introduced by Pope Francis.

Rumored Candidates for the Papacy

Alongside public opinions, Seth Doane delivered a report on the potential candidates whose names are frequently mentioned as contenders for the role of the next pope.