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.

To celebrate the election of the 267th pope — the first American-born pontiff — the Detroit Free Press has crafted a commemorative page print. Get yours today.

The older brother of Pope Leo XIV said Monday that there could be some “bumps” when the new leader of the Catholic Church meets President Donald Trump, but he dismissed the idea that the pope is “woke.

Pope Leo XIV identified artificial intelligence as one of the most critical matters facing humanity during his first formal audience.

Pope Leo XIV is set to make history as the first American man to be the head of the Catholic Church, but the 69-year-old has some big decisions to make - not just within the church, but where he might

Pope Leo XIV came under scrutiny after a 2012 video showing his conservative remarks about homosexuality went viral.

Pope Leo XIV has confirmed his favourite football team is Roma after engaging with a fan. The first US leader of the global Catholic Church responded to a Giallorossi supporter by repeating the popular phrase in the capital “Forza Roma!”

Pope Leo XIV has called for a just and lasting peace in Ukraine and an immediate ceasefire in Gaza with the release of hostages and delivery of humanitarian aid.