US EditionCardinal Robert Prevost Elected as Pope Leo XIV, First American Pontiff
- Cardinal Robert Prevost, a 69-year-old Augustinian missionary from Chicago, was elected the 267th pope on May 8, 2025, in Vatican City, becoming the first U.S.-born pontiff known as Pope Leo XIV.
- His election followed the death of Pope Francis on April 21, 2025, amid divisions in the church and a traditional taboo against an American pope due to the U.S.'s secular power.
- Pope Leo XIV is expected to continue Francis' focus on social justice, unity, and greater inclusivity, having described polarization as a wound needing healing and calling for bishops to promote unity.
- He will be officially installed as pope on May 18, 2025, deliver his initial general audience on May 21, and may undertake an international trip at the end of May to honor the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea.
- Pope Leo XIV has asked Vatican leaders to remain in their roles until he confirms their appointments, signaling a measured approach to leadership continuity after Francis' 12-year papacy.
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