Hold your breath! Impressive salary of Pope Leo revealed
As white smoke rose to mark the election of Pope Leo XIV—the first pope born in the U.S.—his reported salary has sparked widespread reaction: €30,000 ($33,800) a month, totaling over $400,000 a year, according to Fortune.
Despite the eye-catching paycheck, the position comes with no personal expenses: housing, meals, travel, security, custom clothing, and even a private pharmacy are all covered.
Now, all eyes are on Pope Leo: will he follow that example, or fully embrace the privileges of his new role?
