Pope Leo XIV’s brother reveals his stance on Trump’s policies
Just weeks ago, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was relatively unknown. But on May 8, the 69-year-old from Chicago shocked the world by becoming Pope Leo XIV.
Though not a frontrunner, his election — and his papal name — surprised many. The last Pope Leo, Leo XIII (1878–1903), was known for defending workers and the poor. Leo XIV’s name choice may hint at similar priorities.
In his first sermon, the new pope condemned society’s obsession with power, wealth, and pleasure, and highlighted human rights abuses. He’s also reposted social media criticism of Donald Trump and condemned U.S. Vice President JD Vance’s views on Christianity.
His brother, John Prevost, a retired school principal, described him as centrist and deeply concerned about immigration: “He won’t just sit back.”
Pope Leo is known to enjoy films like Conclave, tennis, and sports — especially the Chicago White Sox and Peru’s Alianza Lima. A 1977 Villanova graduate, he’s seen as a grounded, thoughtful leader with a clear moral voice.
As tensions rise globally and within the Church, many wonder: how far will this American pope go — and are world leaders ready?
