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Chicago Archbishop Cupich turns 75, submits resignation letter to Pope Francis

Archbishop Cupich submits resignation letter to Pope Francis on his 75th birthday
Archbishop Cupich submits resignation letter to Pope Francis on his 75th birthday 00:18

CHICAGO (CBS) -- Happy birthday and "Resignation Day" for Cardinal Blase Cupich.

He was surprised by Archdiocese staff with a party, and since he turned 75, he's also required by church law to submit a resignation letter to the pope.

The archdiocese said he complied with that law.

It's now up to Pope Francis to accept or refuse his resignation.

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