Pope Names Robert McElroy, an Ally on Immigration, as Cardinal in Washington NYT | Top Stories By: Elizabeth Dias 7 January 2025 at 01:51 The appointment of Robert W. McElroy is a signal of the pope’s priorities, two weeks before Donald J. Trump’s term begins. © Alessandra Benedetti/Corbis, via Getty ImageCardinal Robert W. McElroy received a biretta from Pope Francis when he was installed as a new cardinal in 2022 at St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City.
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