Pope Leo appoints new Apostolic Nuncio to the United States

Pope Leo XIV has appointed Gabriele Giordano Caccia as the new Apostolic Nuncio to the United States of America, following the retirement of Christophe Pierre.

According to a statement released by the Holy See on March 7, the Holy Father accepted the resignation of Cardinal Pierre after he reached the age limit for service as papal representative.

Archbishop Caccia, who has been serving as the Holy See’s Permanent Observer to the United Nations in New York, will now assume the role of Apostolic Nuncio to the United States. As nuncio, he will serve as the Pope’s diplomatic representative to the U.S. government and as a key liaison between the Vatican and the Catholic Church in the country.

Cardinal Pierre had served as apostolic nuncio in the United States since 2016 and played a significant role in fostering relations between the Holy See and the Church in the country.

Archbishop Caccia, a seasoned Vatican diplomat, brings extensive experience in international relations and ecclesial diplomacy to his new assignment. His appointment continues the Holy See’s long-standing diplomatic engagement with the United States and the global community.