The pontiff thanked all for respecting his decision to retire. He is the first pope in 600 years to do so. Im deeply grateful for understanding, support and prayers of many of you from those at home and around. The decision i have made in gods will and deep love of church. Pope benedict xvi asked for special prayers for the cardinals and whomever they choose to be his successor. He will officially enter retirement tomorrow. That will do it for us. Fox friends starts right now. Good morning. Its wednesday. Its february 27, 2013. Im gretchen carlson. I hope youre going to have a great day. Thanks for sharing part of it with us. Fox news alert. A final farewell to the pope. Thousands gather as Pope Benedict xvi gives one last prayer. Steve john boehner is a man of a few words but when he speaks, hes very clear. We should not have to move a third bill before the senate gets off their [bleep] and begins to do something. Steve democrats say they can only act if we raise taxes again. Not goin