U.S. President Trump expresses gratitude towards the first American Pope Leo XIV, stating his happiness with the appointment.
Casual Take on Pope Leo XIV Elected
Yo, Trump Stoked About First Yank Pope, Leo XIV
President Donald Trump couldn't help but get all pumped up when the news dropped about the first-ever American to grace the Throne of Saint Peter – yep, you guessed it, Leo XIV. Cardinal Robert Prevost, born in Chi-town, is now the boss of 1.3 billion Catholics and counting.
Trump was right there, telling the press at the White House, "What a great, absolutely great honor! We were a bit surprised but damn happy as clams." He also sent a shoutout on Truth Social: "Big congrats to Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost – welcome to the club, Pope Leo XIV! What a thrill, and a massive honor for our country!"
Meet Leo XIV – The First-Ever American Pope
Before assuming the papal mantle, Leo XIV, age 69, had spent much of his life as a missionary in Peru – first arriving there in '85. Fast forward to 2014, and he was back in Peru again, serving as Bishop of Chiclayo. Besides being the first American pope, Leo XIV is the first Augustinian to land the role.
From Missionary to Pope
Leo XIV climbed the Catholic hierarchy ranks while serving under Pope Francis. He played a significant role in selecting new bishops, as well as making it a point to include women in the advisory group for these appointments – paving the way for his election as Francis's successor. Leo XIV decided to keep Pope Francis's papal name when he was elected.
Points to Watch
As the first American pope, Leo XIV has some big shoes to fill, with expectations high regarding his stance on key issues, such as climate change, which he's informed about due to following Pope Francis's lead. His ties to South America, specifically Peru, where he also has citizenship and much history, may influence his approach to global issues and how he reaches out to the Latino community.
In his inaugural speech, Leo XIV stressed the importance of unity and mending broken bonds, setting the tone for his tenure as a collaborative leader. We're stoked to see where his papacy takes us next!
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- CNN – First American Pope elected: Pope Leo XIV
- ABC News – The Defining Moment: Election of Pope Leo XIV
- Reuters – Cardinal Robert Prevost chosen as first American Pope Leo XIV
- Celebrities worldwide expressed their enthusiasm about the election of Pope Leo XIV, a surprise that brought meaningful attention to the Catholic Church in the western world.
- In lieu of the historic event, the first American pope, Pope Leo XIV, may leverage his entertainment connections, built from his years as a missionary, to attract a wider audience and introduce fresh perspectives to the Church.
- The papal entertainment strategy, a departure from the traditional, may even bring a few celebrity confidants to team with the new pope, providing unique insights as he navigates his role and sets a new course for the Church.
