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flag Dallin H. Oaks, 93, becomes new LDS Church president after Russell Nelson’s death, signaling a shift toward domestic focus.

flag Dallin H. Oaks, 93, has been named president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints following the death of Russell M. Nelson, succeeding him under longstanding church tradition that designates the most senior member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles as the next leader. flag Oaks, a former Utah Supreme Court justice, will serve as a prophet, seer, and revelator alongside two counselors. flag His leadership comes amid national turmoil, including a deadly attack on a Michigan congregation and the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah. flag While expected to continue Nelson’s policies, Oaks has signaled a potential shift from global expansion to domestic concerns, announcing a slowdown in new temple announcements. flag He has played key roles in past policy changes, including lifting bans on baptisms for children of gay parents, and has advocated for civil discourse and opposition to extremism.

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