Pope Francis names Trump critic McElroy

Pope Francis names Trump critic McElroy as Washington's new archbishop
Pope Francis on Monday named a Catholic cardinal who has criticized Donald Trump's political agenda as the new leader for the Catholic Church in Washington, D.C., days before Trump is set to be inaugurated as U.
Pope Names Vocal Supporter of Migrants as Next Cardinal in Washington
The appointment of Robert W. McElroy is a signal of the pope’s priorities, two weeks before Donald J. Trump’s term begins.
A cardinal close to Pope Francis, opponent of Trump, appointed to Washington
Pope Francis appointed Cardinal Robert McElroy as Archbishop of Washington. This choice carries undeniable political weight, reflecting the profound opposition between the Californian cleric and the incoming Republican President Donald Trump.
Pope Appoints Progressive Ally as Washington Archbishop Amidst Political Shifts
Pope Francis has appointed Cardinal Robert McElroy as the new Archbishop of Washington. Known for his progressive views, McElroy succeeds Cardinal Wilton Gregory. His appointment aligns with Francis' emphasis on inclusivity,
Pope names like-minded ally Cardinal McElroy as Washington archbishop
Pope Francis on Monday named Cardinal Robert McElroy of San Diego as the archbishop of Washington, tapping one of his most progressively likeminded allies to head the Catholic Church in the U.S. capitol at the start of the second Trump Administration.
Pope appoints Trump critic to be archbishop of Washington, DC
Pope Francis has appointed Cardinal Robert McElroy, a vocal defender of migrants and critic of Donald Trump’s first administration, as the next archbishop of Washington, DC.
Alert: Pope names Cardinal McElroy, an ideological progressive, as archbishop of Washington at start of Trump administration
Pope names Cardinal McElroy, an ideological progressive, as archbishop of Washington at start of Trump administration. Got a question? Put a reporter on it. Ever think of a question that you wish someone would answer?
Pope Taps San Diego Cardinal McElroy as Next Washington Archbishop, Media Say
Robert McElroy, 70, is expected to be named to the high-profile Roman Catholic post in the nation's capital, according to the National Catholic Reporter, followed by other sources.
Pope Francis tells group nuns not to ‘gossip’ and to be more ‘friendly and loving’ during rant
Gossip kills, gossip poisons. Please, no gossiping among you, none. And to ask this of a woman is heroic but, come on, let’s move forward and no gossip.” ...
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Pope Francis: Bring hope with a ‘yes to life’ in Jubilee Year
Let us not be afraid to throw open bright windows of closeness to those who are suffering, of forgiveness, of compassion, and ...
Pope calls for commitment to protect life as he doubles down on abortion in New Year’s Day message
Pope Francis ushered in the New Year with an appeal for the faithful to reject abortion, calling for a “firm commitment” to ...
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Pope Francis Offers Pro-Life New Year's Message
Pope Francis started the new year with a powerful call for the defense of life, emphasizing the Catholic Church's stance ...
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Pope Francis ‘Deeply Saddened’ by New Orleans Attack, Offers Prayers
Among the 15 victims were a mother of a 4-year-old, an 18-year-old aspiring nurse from Mississippi, and a student-athlete who ...
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Pope attends episcopal ordination of Rome’s new auxiliary bishop
Cardinal Baldassare Reina emphasized three fundamental aspects of episcopal ministry while emphasizing that episcopacy is ...
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Pope doubles down on abortion in New Year’s Day message, calls for commitment to protect life
Pope Francis ushered in the New Year with an appeal for the faithful to reject abortion, calling for a "firm commitment" to ...