Elected! The New Pope is here - It's Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, aka Pope Leo XIV
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Hallelujah! It's a wrap - we got ourselves a new Pope, as the damn Vatican cardinals have announced! Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost from the good old US of A snags the throne, going by the name Leo XIV. The Protodeacon of the College of Cardinals, Dominique Mamberti, dropped the good news on us Thursday evening from the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica.
Check out the gallery above for all the laughs, joy, and vibes from St. Peter's Square.
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- The European Parliament may discuss the implications of having an American Pope, as Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, also known as Pope Leo XIV, has taken the Vatican throne.
- This marks a significant moment in history, as Pope Leo XIV, born and raised in Chicago, is the first Yank to adorn the Papal tiara, and the second pontiff hailing from the Americas.
- Following his election, the general news and politics have been dominated by discussions of his potential impact on the Vatican's approach to institutional abuse scandals and his interest in transparency.
- The papal election and its repercussions are of keen interest to the global Catholic Church, as Pope Leo XIV's election could lead to stronger ties with American Catholics and cultural changes within the Church.
