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Pope Leo XIV Votes in U.S. Elections as First Sitting Pope

Pope Leo XIV voted in the 2026 Illinois midterm elections, becoming the first sitting pope to vote in a U.S. election. The Vatican confirmed that he utilized a mail-in ballot and emphasized the importance of civic participation. His ballot includes key local races, and he has a history of voting in both Democratic and Republican primaries.

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Pope Leo XIV made history by voting in the 2026 Illinois midterm elections, marking the first time a sitting pope has participated in a U.S. election. The Vatican confirmed that he voted using a mail-in ballot and highlighted his belief in civic engagement. His ballot includes significant races, and he has previously voted in both Democratic and Republican primaries.

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  • Pope Leo XIV voted in the 2026 Illinois midterm elections.
  • This is the first time a sitting pope has voted in a U.S. election.
  • The pope is an American citizen and has a history of voting.
  • His ballot includes races for governor and congressional seats.
  • The pope has previously voted in both Democratic and Republican primaries.
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