Cardinal Joseph Tobin is an American Roman Catholic bishop who has served as the Archbishop of Newark since 2016. Born on February 2, 1952, in Detroit, Michigan, he was ordained a priest in 1978 and later became a bishop in 2012. Tobin is known for his focus on social justice, interfaith dialogue, and pastoral care. In addition to his role in Newark, Tobin has held various positions within the Vatican and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. He was elevated to the rank of cardinal by Pope Francis in 2016, reflecting his influence and leadership within the Catholic Church.