Pope Leo says he voted in U.S. election because he's "proud to be an American"

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Original Load Date Nov. 6, 2026, 10 p.m.
Last Updated Nov. 6, 2026, 10 p.m.
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[ Pope Leo XIV ][1] , who became the first sitting [ pontiff to vote in a U.S. election ][2] , said Friday he is "proud to be an American and to exercise my right" to vote. His remarks, made to reporters en route to Latin America for [ a 12-day trip ][3] , come after the Vatican confirmed the U.S...