Breaking: Robert Prevost Becomes The First American Pope

In a landmark moment for the Catholic Church, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected as the 267th pope, making history as the first American to hold the papacy.

His election, announced by the symbolic white smoke rising from the Sistine Chapel on the second day of the conclave, ushers in a new era as he takes the name Pope Leo XIV.

At 69 years old, Prevost brings extensive global experience to the role. A native of Chicago, Illinois, he previously led the Vatican’s office overseeing bishop appointments—a key position that placed him at the heart of the Church’s ongoing reforms under Pope Francis.

Prevost is also known for his missionary work, having served for over a decade in Trujillo, Peru, and later as Bishop of Chiclayo from 2014 to 2023. His deep roots in Latin America and his passion for evangelization are expected to shape his global vision for the Church.

As he prepares to greet the faithful from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, Pope Leo XIV is seen as a bridge between tradition and modernity, tasked with guiding the Church’s 1.4 billion members through contemporary global challenges while upholding its spiritual heritage.