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Pope Francis Names Archbishop of Toronto Among 21 New Cardinals

  • Archbishop Francis Leo of Toronto was named one of 21 new cardinals by Pope Francis, becoming the only new cardinal from North America.
  • The appointments further expand the College of Cardinals, which will elect the next pope, with the consistory scheduled for December 8.
  • Cardinals from various global regions, including South America, Iran, and Africa, were also named.