Catholics will soon elect a new pope. Here's what happens in the conclave

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May 6, 2025 • 18 mins

On Wednesday, cardinals — some of the highest-ranking clergy — will sequester to choose a new pope for the Catholic Church. Here's how the process works, and how it compares to the way it was depicted in the 2024 film "Conclave."

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