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First U.S.-Born Pope Sparks Citizenship Debate

5/28/2025

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Pope Leo XIV, originally Robert Prevost from Chicago, is breaking barriers as the first U.S.-born pope, holding dual citizenship in the U.S. and Peru. His unique status sparks legal debates, yet experts suggest he’s unlikely to lose his American citizenship. With this, he seeks to reinforce his commitment as a global leader of the Catholic Church.

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Pope Leo XIV, originally Robert Prevost from Chicago, is breaking barriers as the first U.S.-born pope, holding dual citizenship in the U.S. and Peru. His unique status sparks legal debates, yet experts suggest he’s unlikely to lose his American citizenship. With this, he seeks to reinforce his commitment as a global leader of the Catholic Church.