Former U.S. President Donald Trump has celebrated the election of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as the new Pope, marking a historic first for the United States. Taking to his Truth Social platform on Thursday, Trump called the moment “a great honor” and expressed immense national pride.
“Congratulations to Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, who was just named Pope. It is such an honor to realize that he is the first American Pope. What excitement, and what a Great Honor for our Country,” Trump posted.
The College of Cardinals elected Cardinal Prevost in a swift conclave held at the Vatican on May 8, 2025. The Chicago-born clergyman chose the name Pope Leo XIV and greeted thousands from the iconic balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, delivering his first address in Italian.
Widely seen as a moderate voice within the Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV worked closely with his predecessor, Pope Francis, and is expected to continue his legacy of compassion, inclusion, and reform.
His election is being hailed as a historic turning point for the global Catholic community and a moment of pride for the American faithful.
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