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First American Pope Leo XIV Elected Amid Historic Vatican Conclave

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost from Chicago was elected the 267th pope, becoming the first American to lead the 1.4 billion-strong Catholic Church. His election signals a new chapter in Vatican history and draws global attention.

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Quote "Congratulations to Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, who was just named Pope Leo XIV, a great honor for the United States" — President Donald Trump