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No one expected an American pope. Here's the inside story of how 'Bob' became Pope Leo

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What happened

When the 2025 conclave began, no one expected an American pope.

But by its end, Cardinal Robert Prevost had become Pope Leo.

Here's a look behind the scenes.

Key facts

  • When the 2025 conclave began, no one expected an American pope.
  • Reported by NPR Top and published Sat, 03 Oct 2026 09:00:00 UTC.

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