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Members of the media floated the notion that Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, will serve as a counterbalance to President Donald Trump.
The first American pope could earn just as much as a U.S. president, but he’ll also enjoy a gilded palace complete with free food—and eventually a $3,300 a month retirement.
Pope Leo XIV on Monday called for the release of imprisoned journalists and affirmed the “precious gift of free speech and the press”
The first American pope — previously known as Cardinal Robert Prevost — was elected on May 8 Pope Leo XIV has plenty to say about his home country. The first-ever American pope was elected to lead the Catholic church on May 8.
Pope Leo XIV appears to confirm favourite sports team after chanting with fan - The first US leader of the global Catholic Church enjoyed interacting with a Roma supporter earlier this week
Pope Leo XIV called for peaceful communication and thanked journalists worldwide for sharing stories illuminating truth, humanity, and hope.
On the day he was elected the 266th successor to St. Peter, Pope Leo XIV pledged to strengthen the Catholic Church’s dialogue and cooperation with the Jewish people.
Pope Leo also celebrated Mother’s Day as jubilee bands and thousands of pilgrims created a festive atmosphere in St. Peter’s Square on Sunday.