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Pope Leo XIV: Cardinal Robert Prevost becomes first-ever American pontiff

On May 8, 2025, Cardinal Robert Prevost was chosen as Pope Leo XIV, marking the first time an American has ascended to the papacy of the Roman Catholic Church at the Vatican.
Prevost's election followed Pope Francis's death on April 21, 2025, amid growing geopolitical instability and divisions within the church.
Prevost served twenty years in Peru as a missionary and archbishop, holds degrees in mathematics and canon law, and was elevated to cardinal in 2023 by Pope Francis.
White smoke appeared from the Sistine Chapel chimney after two days of conclave with 133 cardinals, and Pope Leo XIV greeted thousands in St. Peter's Square saying, "Peace be with you all."
The election marks a significant milestone for the ancient church, indicating that Pope Leo XIV’s impact could reach well beyond spiritual matters amid ongoing global challenges.

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The Latest: Robert Prevost of the United States is named Pope Leo XIV

Cardinal Robert Prevost has taken the name Leo XIV. The Chicago-born missionary who spent his career ministering in Peru and took over the Vatican’s powerful office of bishops was elected the first pope from the United States in the 2,000-year…

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Pope Leo XIV’s Views Could Be As Surprising As His Election

Pope Leo XIV’s views could be as surprising as his election. American Robert Provost had a relatively low-profile position prior to becoming Pope Leo XIV. He is seen as a Francis protégé, but it’s unclear where he’ll take the Catholic Church.

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Cardinals choose pope from America for the first time in history

He was born in Chicago but spent much of his time ministering in Peru.

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The Pope is the American Robert Francis Prevost, will be Leo XIV: 'The first prayer is for peace in the world'

He is the first Augustinian Pontiff in history. Remember Our Lady of Pompeii and recite the Hail Mary. 'Long live the Pope. Leo, Leo', the cry of the crowd (ANSA)

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Pope Leo XIV, the first "American Pope"

On the second day of the conclave, the cardinals convened in the Sistine Chapel decided on the new pope. He is Robert Francis Prevost, born in Chicago in 1955 and thus the first pope to be born in the United States. He is also a naturalized citizen of...

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