Pope Leo XIV may help Vatican explore the 'great uncertainty' that is Trump's America For close watchers of the Catholic Church, the election of a U.S. pope seemed impossible. The "Trump effect" on the U.S. and global order changed that, papal expert Massimo Faggioli told NPR. Obed Manuel
Pope Leo's stance on key issues, from climate change to LGBTQ+ rights to U.S. politics Pope Leo is seen as a centrist who shares his predecessor's progressive views on certain social issues. Here's what we know so far. Rachel Treisman
What it was like inside St. Peter's Square when the new pope was announced As Cardinal Robert Prevost's name was announced, a sound of shock rose up. It was something few people had anticipated — the new pope is from the United States. Sarah Ventre
Americans in St. Peter's Square celebrate the election of Pope Leo XIV People traveled to the Vatican from all over the world to witness the election of a new pope. Those from the United States were not disappointed. Ruth Sherlock
POPE'S PERU ROOTS Janinna Sesa worked alongside Pope Leo XIV in Chiclayo, Peru from 2015 until 2023. She spoke with NPR about his leadership in times of crisis. Hosts
Reverend William Lego, of St Turibius Parish in Chicago, on Pope Leo XIV NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Reverend William Lego, of St Turibius Parish in Chicago, who attended seminary with Pope Leo XIV. Steve Inskeep
Who is the new Pope Leo XIV Catholics worldwide have a new spiritual leader: Pope Leo XIV. He's the first pontiff ever from the United States. What else do we know about the new pope? Jason DeRose
Chicago celebrates the election of Pope Leo XIV The first American Pope was born and raised in the Chicago area, and Catholics there are elated with the election of Pope Leo XIV. Anna Savchenko
Chicago Catholics react to the news of Pope Leo X1V Pope Leo XIV, the first American to lead the Catholic church, grew up in the Chicago area and Catholics in Chicago are overjoyed. Lauren FitzPatrick
Who is the new Pope Leo XIV and what is his background? Pope Leo XIV was born and raised in Chicago. He is of French, Italian and Spanish descent. He spent years working as a missionary in Peru. Ayana Archie