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Can Pope Leo remain a U.S. citizen now that he’s a foreign head of state?
Pope Leo XIV’s election as the first American to lead the Catholic Church elevated him to the rare position of being a U.S.
Did Trump play any role in Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV’s election as new pontiff? US President makes major claim
Donald Trump has implied that he was involved in the election of Pope Leo XIV, who was born in Chicago, as the new pope.
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Election of Pope Leo XIV evokes pride — and hope — among Chicago faithful: 'Our hometown hero'
Chicagoans celebrated the historic election of Pope Leo XIV, the first pope from the U.S. and a Chicago native, with joy and ...
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HIGHLIGHTS: Pope Leo XIV election and inauguration
The conclave included 133 cardinals who were eligible to participate in a papal election. United States Vice President JD Vance met on Monday, May 19, at the Vatican with Pope Leo XIV ...
Pope Leo XIV declares ‘I am Roman!’ and completes formalities to become bishop of Rome
Pope Leo XIV declared himself a Roman on Sunday as he completed the final ceremonial steps cementing his role as the bishop ...
Pope Leo XIV completes formalities to become bishop of Rome, declaring ‘I am Roman!’
One of the many titles that Leo assumed when he was elected May 8 was bishop of Rome. Given his responsibilities running the ...
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Muslim Council of Elders congratulates Pope Leo XIV on election as Head of Catholic Church
ABU DHABI, 9th May, 2025 (WAM) -- The Muslim Council of Elders, chaired by His Eminence Professor Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, has extended heartfelt congratulations to His Holiness ...
Pope Leo XIV calls for aid to reach Gaza and an end to hostilities in his first general audience
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Leo XIV called Wednesday for humanitarian aid to reach the Gaza Strip and for an end to the ...