“History-making”: Sen. Harding Statement on Selection of Pope Leo XIV

For Immediate Release

Sen. Stephen Harding, on behalf of the Senate Republican Caucus, issued the following statement regarding the selection of Cardinal Robert Prevost, who will be known as Pope Leo XIV.

“A history-making selection: the first American Pope.

This is a day of joy for Catholics here in the U.S. and across the globe.

The strong collaboration between Connecticut and the Catholic Church will continue as we work to help the vulnerable and show compassion for all.”