Reactions to announcement of first American Pope
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - Locals and more shared their reactions to Cardinal Robert Prevost being elected as Pope Leo XIV.
Outside of local reaction, state officials and President Trump shared some words about the new Pope.
Reverend Gerald Kicanas of the Diocese of Tuscon shared his joy of the selection. He said the Diocese will be celebrating at Mass at the St. Augustine Cathedral.
"We're not surprised that a Pope was elected. That's what the Cardinals went to do...We will welcome him as our new shepherd and continue now to pray for him," said Thomas Wenski, Archbishop of Miami.
"What greater honor could there be? And we were a little bit surprised but very happy. Absolutely great honor," said President Trump while speaking to reporters on the White House lawn.
President Trump says he made plans to meet with the Pope in the near future.
