The President of the United States, Donald Trump, expressed his satisfaction with the appointment of León XIV as the first American pope, calling this event a "great honor" for the country and showing his desire to meet with him.
The white smoke rising from the Sistine Chapel confirmed the election of León XIV as the 267th pontiff in history, succeeding Francis. León XIV, 69 years old and born in Chicago, also holds Peruvian nationality since 2015 due to his long religious career in this Andean country.
The election of León XIV takes place during the Jubilee or Holy Year called by Pope Francis, which will conclude on January 6, 2026. This new pope has been received with enthusiasm and recognition internationally, marking a significant milestone in the history of the Catholic Church.
In this context, Trump congratulated Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost on his election as pope, highlighting the importance that this event holds for the United States and anticipating a meeting that he considers of great relevance and excitement.
