Political figures around the world are congratulating Robert Francis Prevost for being elected as the successor to Pope Francis. Hailing from Chicago, Prevost is the first American Pope and will be known as Pope Leo XIV.

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost – now known as Pope Leo XIV — is the first pope from the United States. The 69-year-old from Chicago is known as a leader with global experience. He spent much of his career as a missionary in South America and most recently led a powerful Vatican office for bishop appointments.