Here's what Pope Leo XIV has posted about politics — and the Trump administration — on social media

For the first time in history, an American was chosen to lead the Catholic Church, as cardinals on Thursday selected Pope Leo XIV — or Cardinal Robert Prevost, a Chicago native — as the new pontiff.

The surprise move comes at a time of political tension in the United States. Hints as to what postures Pope Leo XIV might take on controversial issues may come from his activity on social media over the past several years.

As a cardinal, Prevost shared posts on X about political issues for years, including criticism of the Trump administration's stances on immigration.