Donald Trump stated that the election of Cardinal Robert Provost to the office of Peter was a “great honor” for the US. The president of the United States stated that his future gathering with Leon XIV would be highly significant.
“Congratulations to Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, who has just been declared Pope. It's a large honor to have the first American Pope. It's exciting, it's a large honor for the country. I look forward to gathering Pope Leon XIV. This is going to be a very crucial moment!” wrote the United States president on the fact Social platform.
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost – since yesterday Pope Leon XIV – was born on 14 September 1955 in Chicago. His household has multinational roots: French, Italian and Spanish. In addition to American citizenship, the fresh Pope can besides boast the citizenship of Peru, where he has conducted missionary activities for years.
