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Robert Prevost elected first American pope, takes name Leo XIV

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White smoke billowed from the Sistine Chapel chimney on Thursday, signaling the election of a new pope. Shortly thereafter, Cardinal Robert Prevost of the United States was introduced to the world as the first American to lead the Roman Catholic Church.

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  • Prevost secured the necessary two-thirds support from the 133 voting cardinals in the Vatican conclave.

  • The white smoke signaled a successful vote, prompting cheers and chants of “Viva il papa!” from thousands gathered in St. Peter’s Square.

  • Shortly afterward, the senior cardinal deacon formally announced Prevost’s election and introduced him on the central balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica.

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Cardinal Robert Prevost made history Thursday as the first American elected pope, following a swift and decisive vote by the College of Cardinals in the Sistine Chapel. The 133 cardinal-electors reached the required supermajority of 89 votes, ending the conclave with the traditional sign: white smoke rising from the chapel chimney.

The crowd in St. Peter’s Square erupted as the smoke appeared, signaling a successful election. Many wept, prayed, and cheered, knowing the announcement of the new pope’s identity would follow shortly.

As is custom, the senior cardinal deacon emerged minutes later to proclaim “Habemus Papam!”—Latin for “We have a pope!” He then revealed the name of Cardinal Robert Prevost and the papal name he had chosen. Prevost soon stepped onto the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica to greet the world and offer his first blessing as pontiff.

Before his appearance, the newly elected pope prepared in the “Room of Tears,” a small chamber within the Vatican where popes are vested and given a moment to reflect on the enormous weight of their new office.

Prevost’s election marks a turning point for American Catholics and signals a potentially new chapter for the global church. More details on his vision and priorities are expected in the coming days.

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