Vatican confirms Pope Leo XIV voted by mail in US elections
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“Papa Leão XIV vota por correio em eleições dos EUA”
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The Vatican confirmed on Friday that Pope Leo XIV participated in the United States midterm elections by mailing his ballot to Chicago.
According to the official statement from the Holy See, the pontiff exercised his right as a U.S. citizen under provisions allowing overseas voting.
The midterm elections are scheduled for November 3, 2026, to determine control of the U.S. Congress.
This development follows the Pope's recent resumption of duties after undergoing medical treatment in Rome.
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- Pope Leo XIV voted by mail in the U.S. midterms.
- The Vatican officially confirmed the participation.
- The ballot was sent to Chicago, Illinois.
- Overseas voting is regulated by the UOCAVA act.
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