Summary
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Ronald Hicks as the new archbishop of New York, a major role in the U.S. Catholic Church. Hicks, from Joliet, Illinois, follows Cardinal Timothy Dolan and will oversee efforts such as compensating victims of abuse and navigating relationships with the Trump administration.
Key Facts
- Pope Leo XIV appointed Bishop Ronald Hicks as the archbishop of New York.
- Hicks was previously the bishop of Joliet, Illinois.
- He replaces Cardinal Timothy Dolan, who established a $300 million fund for abuse victims.
- Hicks emphasized the importance of preventing abuse and caring for survivors during his news conference.
- The new role includes handling relations with the Trump administration on issues like immigration.
- Hicks grew up near Chicago and previously worked in El Salvador for church-run orphanages.
- He supports the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ stance against immigration raids.
- Hicks joked about his Chicago roots, mentioning his love for the Cubs and deep-dish pizza.
