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Pope Leo XIV's Brother Retreats from Public Social Media After Far-Right Posts Surface

Louis Prevost, the older brother of the newly elected Pope, pledges to reduce inflammatory online rhetoric as the Pope focuses on global peace efforts.

Louis Prevost, brother of newly elected Pope Leo XIV, Robert Prevost, looks on outside his home in Port Charlotte, Florida, on May 9, 2025.
Pope Leo XIV shakes hand during an audience at the Vatican on May 12.

Overview

  • Louis Prevost, brother of Pope Leo XIV, has made his Facebook account private after his far-right posts criticizing Democrats and spreading conspiracy theories were revealed.
  • Prevost admitted to sharing posts targeting Nancy Pelosi and Joe Biden supporters but stated he would 'probably tone it down' to avoid creating challenges for his brother.
  • Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pontiff, has used his early papacy to advocate for ceasefires in Gaza and a just peace in Ukraine, emphasizing unity and reconciliation.
  • The contrasting public personas of the brothers highlight challenges for the Vatican as media scrutiny links Prevost's inflammatory statements to the Pope's reputation.
  • Pope Leo XIV has also begun shaping his social media presence through the official @Pontifex channels, focusing on peace, social justice, and ethical governance.