Who is Robert Prevost, the new Pope Leo XIV

Robert Prevost, born in Chicago in 1955, is the first American pope, elected as Pope Leo XIV on May 8, 2025. A member of the Order of Saint Augustine, he served as a missionary in Peru and held significant roles in the Vatican, including Prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops. His papacy is marked by a commitment to social justice, inclusivity, and a cautious approach to LGBTQ issues .