Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of Chicago ascends to the papacy following Pope Francis’ death; white smoke and cheers mark a new era for the Catholic Church.

Senator John Cornyn Hosts Roundtable on Protecting Judges from Threats; Legislation to Bolster Judicial Security Moves Forward
Senator John Cornyn met with local and state judges in Brownsville to discuss judicial safety measures under the Countering Threats and Attacks Against Judges Act, highlighting the growing concerns about threats faced by court officials.