Top News Who Is Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, the New Pope? What to Know About Leo XIV Published 3 weeks ago on May 8, 2025 By The Janitor Here’s what to know about Pope Francis’ successor, who was chosen on Thursday. He is the first American pope and will be known as Leo XIV. Related Topics: Up Next World War II ended in Europe 80 years ago, but V-E Day is haunted by conflict in Ukraine Don't Miss Pope Leo XIV had to overcome the taboo against a U.S. pontiff Continue Reading You may like