Why Pope Leo has excommunicated a group of conservative Catholics "The decision by Pope Leo XIV to excommunicate members of the Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX) is the latest twist in a long-running saga between the Vatican and this contentious traditionalist group. It is yet more evidence of the deep polarisation between conservatives and progressives within the Catholic church." Source: The Conversation https://theconversation.com/why-pope-leo-has-excommunicated-a-group-of-conservative-catholics-286775