The political spectrum greeted the new Pope Leo XIV and highlighted the legacy of Francis
The proclamation of the new Supreme Pontiff , the American Robert Prevost , under the name of Leo XIV , generated an immediate wave of reactions across Argentina's political spectrum . From the ruling party to the opposition, there was no shortage of messages of support and good wishes after the white smoke appeared in the Vatican, also remembering and celebrating Francis ' legacy .
The president of the Chamber of Deputies, Martín Menem , was one of the first to speak out. “An American lion ,” he wrote on his X account, in a brief but symbolic message. The phrase echoed the name chosen by the new Pope and the power evoked by his first public words.
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— Martin Menem (@MenemMartin) May 8, 2025
The Chief of Staff, Guillermo Francos , joined the greetings with an institutional message: “ His Holiness Leo XIV is the new Pope of the Catholic Church, elected today as the spiritual guide of millions of faithful throughout the world. May God enlighten him with wisdom and strength in the enormous mission he assumes at the head of the Church. May his pontificate be a time of peace and encounter, continuing the legacy of our Pope Francis .”
His Holiness Leo XIV is the new Pope of the Catholic Church, elected today as the spiritual guide of millions of faithful around the world.
May God enlighten you with wisdom and strength in the enormous mission you assume at the head of the Catholic Church. May your pontificate be a time… pic.twitter.com/G5C0TtCBDN
From various sectors of the ruling party, the appointment was interpreted as a gesture of continuity with the pastoral path initiated by Francis, marked by dialogue and social commitment.
From Santa Fe, Governor Maximiliano Pullaro celebrated the appointment, stating that the new Pope is "a man of faith, appointed by our beloved Francis," and praised his message: "Evil will not prevail." According to the Radical leader, these words invite us to build a more just society in the face of the evils affecting young people.
On the day of our patron saint, the Virgin of Luján, we received the great news of the election of the new Pope: Leo XIV. A man of faith, appointed by our beloved Pope Francis, who today takes on the mission of continuing his legacy: transforming the Church and walking toward peace… pic.twitter.com/JD7oAQjWUh
— Maximiliano Pullaro (@maxipullaro) May 8, 2025
In Córdoba, Martín Llaryora also expressed his support. “We are confident that the new Bishop of Rome will continue to promote brotherhood and dialogue among peoples,” he stated. “This historic moment renews our commitment to the values of justice and peace,” the governor added.
Habemus Papam! I wish to express my joy and hope for the election and announcement of Leo XIV as the new Pope, successor of the Apostle Saint Peter and our beloved Francis.
We are confident that the new Bishop of Rome and head of the Catholic Church will continue to promote… pic.twitter.com/NU7CpHkwJr
— Martín Llaryora (@MartinLlaryora) May 8, 2025
From the balcony of St. Peter's Square, Leo XIV had moving words for his predecessor. "We still hear in our ears that faint but always courageous voice of Pope Francis blessing Rome," he said. He recalled his last appearance, on Easter Sunday, and asked the faithful's permission to continue the same gesture.
" God loves you very much , God loves everyone, and evil will not prevail. We are all in God's hands," the new Pontiff concluded in his first message as leader of the Catholic Church.
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