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After the Election of the First American Pope, Donald Trump Breaks His Silence

The 2025 papal conclave began on May 7 with 115 cardinal electors locked inside the Sistine Chapel. Following two days of voting and black smoke, white smoke appeared on May 8, signaling a successful election. Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re announced the new pope: Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of Chicago, now Pope Leo XIV—the first American to hold the papacy.

The Passing of Pope Francis
Pope Francis died on April 21 after a stroke, ending a 12-year pontificate marked by social justice, environmental advocacy, and outreach to the marginalized. After a nine-day mourning period and funeral on April 30, the Church entered sede vacante.

How the Conclave Works
Rooted in 13th-century tradition, the conclave includes strict secrecy, daily ballots, and symbolic smoke signals. Cardinals live in isolation at Casa Santa Marta, focused on prayer and discernment.

Who is Pope Leo XIV?
Born in Chicago in 1956, Prevost joined the Augustinian order and became a priest in 1982. He later served as Prior General of the order, and as Bishop of Chiclayo, Peru, where he was known for pastoral innovation and service to the poor.

Meaning Behind the Name
By choosing “Leo XIV,” the new pope honors both St. Leo the Great and Leo XIII—figures known for courage, doctrinal clarity, and social teaching.

Reactions Worldwide
The announcement sparked global headlines. U.S. Catholics expressed pride, while world leaders—including the U.S. president and former President Donald Trump—offered congratulations. Media commentary focused on the significance of an American pope and anticipated changes in Vatican diplomacy.

First Priorities
Pope Leo XIV is expected to continue Francis’s emphasis on climate action, synodality, and social justice, while addressing secularization and vocational shortages. His inauguration is set for May 20, with early homilies likely focusing on humility, youth engagement, and global solidarity.

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