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19-12-2025
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New York Leadership Changes Announced

Date: 19-12-2025
Sources: bbc.com: 1 | foxnews.com: 1 | nypost.com: 2
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Source: nypost.com

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Summary

The Vatican has appointed Bishop Ronald Hicks as the new Archbishop of New York, replacing Cardinal Timothy Dolan, while New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has named Sherif Soliman as the city's new budget director.

Key Points

  • Bishop Ronald Hicks, 58, is appointed as the next Archbishop of New York, effective February 6, 2026.
  • Cardinal Timothy Dolan resigns after 16 years, having announced a $300 million fund to settle clergy sex abuse claims.
  • Hicks faces challenges including clergy sex abuse settlements and navigating contentious issues like immigration.
  • Sherif Soliman is appointed as NYC's new budget director, tasked with managing the city's $116 billion spending plan.
  • Soliman has a background in finance, having served as CUNY's chief financial officer and vice chancellor.

Articles in this Cluster

Pope Leo names Ronald Hicks next archbishop of New York

19-12-2025

Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Aldon Ronald Hicks as the next Archbishop of New York, replacing retiring Cardinal Timothy Dolan. Hicks, 58, is from the Chicago area and has experience working in Latin America. He has been outspoken about his concerns for immigrants and has condemned the Trump administration's immigration policies. Hicks will lead 2.5 million Catholics in New York City and will be installed on February 6, 2026. Cardinal Dolan, who has served in New York for 16 years, announced a $300 million fund to settle clergy sex abuse claims before his resignation.
Entities: Pope Leo XIV, Bishop Aldon Ronald Hicks, Cardinal Timothy Dolan, New York, Chicago • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform

Cardinal Timothy Dolan resigns, Vatican announces replacement | Fox News

19-12-2025

The Vatican has accepted the resignation of Cardinal Timothy Dolan as the Archbishop of New York and appointed Bishop Ronald Hicks of Joliet, Illinois, as his successor. Dolan, who has led the archdiocese since 2009, submitted his mandatory letter of retirement upon turning 75 in February. Hicks, 58, will become the fourteenth bishop and the eleventh archbishop to lead the Archdiocese of New York. He will take office on February 6, 2026.
Entities: Cardinal Timothy Dolan, Bishop Ronald Hicks, Vatican, Archdiocese of New York, Pope Leo XIV • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform

Archbishop Hicks' challenge includes embracing a new, younger Catholic faithful | New York Post

19-12-2025

The article discusses the challenges facing Bishop Ronald Hicks as he succeeds Cardinal Timothy Dolan as the head of the New York Archdiocese. Hicks inherits a diverse diocese with a legacy of strong leadership and a reputation for being a cultural bellwether. He will face administrative challenges, including a multi-million dollar settlement with sexual abuse victims and the sale of a valuable Manhattan property. Additionally, he will have to navigate contentious issues like physician-assisted suicide and immigration, while also fostering unity among his flock and channeling a newfound zeal for faith among young people. The article suggests that Hicks' task is not to reinvent New York Catholicism, but to steward it faithfully and build on the foundation laid by Dolan.
Entities: Cardinal Timothy Dolan, Bishop Ronald Hicks, New York, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Manhattan • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform

Zohran Mamdani taps key congestion pricing architect as new NYC budget director

19-12-2025

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has appointed Sherif Soliman as the city's new budget director. Soliman, a veteran of the city government, has previously served under Mayors Bill de Blasio and Eric Adams, playing a key role in the development of the city's congestion pricing scheme. As budget director, Soliman will be tasked with managing the city's $116 billion spending plan and implementing Mamdani's agenda. Soliman has a background in finance, having served as CUNY's chief financial officer and vice chancellor. Mamdani praised Soliman's ability to manage a multi-billion dollar budget and navigate the complexities of budget management.
Entities: Zohran Mamdani, Sherif Soliman, New York City, Bill de Blasio, Eric Adams • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform