Cardinal Robert Prevost, first American pope: What to know

Trump SURPRISING First Reaction to First American Pope, Calls It ‘Great Honor’ Despite Past Tensions

Donald Trump called it a “Great Honor” as Robert Prevost became the first American pope, taking the name Leo XIV. The 69-year-old former Chicago bishop's election stunned the world and thrilled the U.S. But past tensions linger — Leo XIV previously criticized U.S. leaders, including Vice President JD Vance. Trump, however, welcomed the election warmly, writing on Truth Social that he looks forward to meeting the new pope. The moment marks a historic first for the Vatican and the United States, but political undertones remain impossible to ignore. #Trump #PopeLeoXIV #RobertPrevost #AmericanPope #VaticanNews #CatholicChurch #TruthSocial #TrumpPope #PopeElection #LeoXIV #JDVance #ReligionAndPolitics #Trump2025 #PapalNews #PopeHistory #Christianity #VaticanCity #PapalTransition #PopeTrumpMeeting #USVaticanTies ~ED.346~HT.408~GR.124~

'Peace be with you all,' says Pope Leo XIV in first public address since conclave election

'Peace be with you all,' says Pope Leo XIV in first public address since conclave election Prevost is the first US citizen to hold the position of head of the Roman Catholic Church and in the run-up to the conclave, was not considered a frontrunner to be elected pontiff. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/05/08/who-is-robert-francis-prevost-the-cardinal-elected-pope-leo-xiv Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

'Building bridges': Polyglot, diplomat Pope Leo XIV speaks language of majority of world's Catholics

Moment When White Smoke Rose From Sistine Chapel, Crowd Roars as Cardinals Elect New Pope

A historic moment unfolded in Vatican City as white smoke billowed from the Sistine Chapel, signaling the election of a new pope. On only the first full day of voting, the 133 cardinal electors made their choice behind closed doors. As bells rang out across St. Peter's Square, thousands erupted in joy, awaiting the reveal of the next spiritual leader of 1.4 billion Catholics. The newly elected pontiff will soon be introduced from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, marking a new era after Pope Francis' 12-year reign. #HabemusPapam #NewPope #Vatican #WhiteSmoke #PopeElection #CatholicChurch #Rome #StPetersBasilica #Conclave #Pope #DominiqueMamberti #Catholicism #SistineChapel #PapalElection #Cardinals #HolySee #ChurchNews #VaticanLive #Papacy #HolySmoke ~ED.346~HT.408~GR.124~