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First American pope elected

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First American pope elected Cardinals elected Robert Francis Prevost as pope, making him the first American to hold the title. The 267th pope will be known as Pope Leo XIV. Cardinals elected Robert Francis Prevost as pope, making him the first American to hold the title. The 267th pope will be…
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News video: American Cardinal Robert Prevost Elected Pope, Takes Name Leo XIV in Historic Vatican Moment

American Cardinal Robert Prevost Elected Pope, Takes Name Leo XIV in Historic Vatican Moment 03:35

In an unprecedented moment, U.S. Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected as the first American pope. White smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel at 6:08 PM, setting off bells and cheers across St. Peter’s Square. The 69-year-old has chosen the name Pope Leo XIV. The conclave reached a decision on its...

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