Roger Michael Mahony

Roger Michael Mahony is a retired American cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church who served as the Archbishop of Los Angeles from 1985 to 2011. A prominent figure in the church, Mahony has been involved in various social issues, including immigration reform and the promotion of interfaith dialogue. He has also faced significant controversy over his handling of sexual abuse cases within the church, which has impacted his legacy. Recently, he was in the news as one of the cardinals participating in the rite of closure for the coffin of Pope Francis in St. Peter's Basilica.