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Cardinal Robert Prevost, a missionary from Chicago, was surprisingly elected as the new Pope Leo XIV, becoming the first American pope. His election was met with mixed reactions; President Trump offered congratulations, while others expressed concern over past accusations of inaction regarding clerical sex abuse. Prevost, known for his quiet style and commitment to social justice, pledged to continue Pope Francis's work of modernizing the church and engaging with the world's suffering. His selection has been praised in Peru, where he served extensively.

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