What happens if a Cardinal reaches their 80th birthday in the middle of a Papal conclave?
Cardinals can vote as long as they're under 80 at the time of the Pope's death/resignation, even if they turn 80 before/during the conclave.
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What happens if a Cardinal reaches their 80th birthday in the middle of a Papal conclave?
Cardinals can vote as long as they're under 80 at the time of the Pope's death/resignation, even if they turn 80 before/during the conclave.