Pope Francis has appointed Cardinal Robert McElroy of San Diego as the new archbishop of Washington, D.C., replacing Cardinal Wilton Gregory. McElroy, known for his progressive views, has been critical of former President Trump's immigration policies and the border wall. He has also questioned the U.S. bishops' conference's emphasis on abortion as its top priority and expressed support for LGBTQ youth. The appointment comes ahead of President Biden's meeting with Pope Francis this week.