Dallin H. Oaks Named President of Mormon Church
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In the latest LDS Church news, questions arise about whether the faith's new president, Dallin Oaks, a constitutional scholar, will challenge controversial Trump administration policies.
The naming of President Oaks follows established procedures within the church: the death of the sitting prophet dissolves the First Presidency, and the longest-serving apostle—here, President Oaks—is confirmed through revelation and priesthood authority.
Nelson was 17th president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from Jan. 14, 2018, until his death on Sept. 27, 2025.
The next president will inherit leadership of a religious institution that is both deeply American and increasingly global.