| Source | NBC Local |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | Oct. 30, 2026, 11:01 a.m. |
| Last Updated | Oct. 30, 2026, 11:01 a.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.nbcchicago.com/elections/pope-leo-xiv-has-become-the-first-pope-in-history-to-vote-in-a-us-general-election/4009668/ |
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Pope Leo XIV has [ become the first pope to vote in a U.S. general election ][1]
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The [ Vatican ][2] confirmed Friday that the Chicago-born pontiff had submitted
a mail-in ballot in Chicago ahead of the Nov. 3 [ midterm elections ][3] ,
citing his long-standing belief in civic participation.
Stre...