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Who Is Pope Leo XIV? New American Pope Brings Traditional Style and Global Attention

Nova Hearst2 months ago2 months ago06 mins

VATICAN CITY – Less than a day after his election, Pope Leo XIV is settling into his new role as leader of the Catholic Church, sparking early speculation about how he may shape the direction of his papacy. Formerly known as Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, the 69-year-old Chicago-born prelate greeted crowds from the balcony of…

Pope Leo XIV’s Election Sparks Debate Among US Catholics, MAGA Supporters

Nova Hearst2 months ago2 months ago06 mins

In a significant moment for both the Catholic Church and US politics, Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost in Chicago, was elected as the new pontiff. His election has brought Catholicism into the political spotlight, with some American conservatives expressing disappointment over what they perceive as the Pope’s potential divergence from the “America First”…