What we know about the first American Pope, Robert Francis Prevost

A cardinal appeared at the St. Peter’s Basilica balcony about 7:15 p.m. CEST to announce the newest Pope. It is the first American pope, Robert Francis Prevost, 69, of Chicago. He will be known as Pope Leo XIV. In his first appearance from the St. Peter’s Basilica balcony, Pope Leo spoke of peace and the need for charity to unify humanity during troubled times. The passion he holds for this message was notable in his voice and face as he spoke. He appears to share the vision of his p