Pope Leo Votes In US Midterms
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Pope Leo XIV has submitted his mail-in ballot in Illinois, for the midterm elections, becoming the first-ever pope to vote in a US election.
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“The Holy Father expresses his belief in the right and the duty of citizens to participate in democratic processes,” it added.
Trump previously sparred with Leo earlier this year over the Iran war, risking upsetting American Catholics by calling him “weak” and “terrible” after the pope wrote on X: “Anyone who is a disciple of Christ, the Prince of Peace, is never on the side of those who once wielded the sword and today drop bombs.”
Voters in Illinois do not register by party, and they can select which party’s primary they want to vote in each election cycle.
While registered in heavily Democratic Cook County, Prevost requested Democratic primary ballots in 2008 and 2010.
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Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost in Chicago, remains registered to vote at his brother’s address in New Lenox, Illinois. Voting rights expert Richard Hasen confirms that US citizens abroad retain their voting rights through the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act of 1986. Since 2000, Pope Leo has participated in five primary elections, requesting Democratic ballots twice and Republican…
Why Pope Leo is legally allowed to vote in US election — despite being leader of Vatican City →2 articles from New York Post on this storyThe article title indicates that Pope Leo has become the first pope to cast a vote in a U.S. election, but the text content provided does not discuss this topic. Instead, it mentions Trump holding rallies in Kansas and Iowa, which is unrelated to the voting behavior of the Pope. The focus appears to be on political events rather than papal actions.
Pope Leo becomes the first pontiff to vote in a U.S. election →2 articles from CBS News on this storyPope Leo XIV, an American-born pontiff who became leader of the Catholic Church in May 2025, has become the first pope to cast a ballot in a U.S. election by mailing his vote in Chicago. The Vatican confirmed this historic act and emphasized the importance of citizens' participation in democratic processes, though it did not disclose which candidates received the pope’s support. Pope Leo previously criticized…
Pope Leo becomes first pontiff to cast ballot in US election →2 articles from The Straits Times on this storyPope Leo XIV, originally Robert Francis Prevost and registered as an Illinois voter, requested an absentee ballot from the Will County Clerk’s Office on October 3rd to vote in the upcoming midterm elections. The pope, who was born in the United States and became its first American pontiff in May 2025, could become the first pope to cast a U.S. election ballot if he completes and sends his absentee form. Pope Leo has…
Pope Leo requested an absentee ballot in Illinois to vote in the midterms →Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost in Chicago, has registered to vote by mail for the upcoming U.S. midterm elections from Illinois, making him the first pope ever to participate in an American election. According to The Chicago Sun-Times, Pope Leo requested a ballot from the Will County Clerk’s office and is registered at an address in New Lenox, a suburb of Chicago. This report highlights the unusual…
Pope Leo has registered to vote in US midterms: report →Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Prevost in Chicago, has become the first pope in history to vote in a U.S. election by submitting a mail-in ballot ahead of November’s midterm elections. The Vatican confirmed that Pope Leo has exercised his right as a United States citizen to vote whenever he was eligible, including while living in Peru. The Holy See press office emphasized that this act reflects the pontiff's belief in…
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Pope Leo XIV has requested a mail-in ballot for the 2026 midterm elections in Illinois, marking a historic event as he would be the first pope to participate in a secular election. Kim Fladhammer, chief of staff at Will County clerk’s office, confirmed the request on October 3rd but did not specify if the ballot had been submitted. Pope Leo XIV is registered to vote under his old address in New Lenox, Illinois.
Pope Leo XIV requested a ballot to vote by mail in 2026 elections →Pope Leo, who was previously known as Robert Prevost before becoming pope, has become the first pope in history to cast a ballot in a U.S. election, submitting his vote by mail. Since 2000, Pope Leo has participated in every general election he was eligible for, except in 2020 and 2022. The Holy See press office confirmed that "he has exercised his right to vote as a United States citizen" in this current election.
Pope Leo becomes first pope ever to vote in US election, submits mail-in ballot →Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Prevost in Chicago, has become the first pope to vote in a U.S. general election by submitting a mail-in ballot from his address in New Lenox, Illinois. The Vatican confirmed that Pope Leo cast his vote ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, emphasizing his belief in civic participation. While living in Peru as a missionary and bishop for over two decades, he also voted there when…
Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope in history to vote in a US general election →Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost and the first American-born pope, has become the first pope to vote in a U.S. election by submitting a mail-in ballot in Illinois. The Holy See Press Office confirmed this to Fox News Digital on Friday. Pope Leo’s participation aligns with his belief in the duty of citizens to engage in democratic processes, exercising his right as an American citizen both in the United…
Pope Leo makes history in US election with move confirmed by Vatican →Pope Leo XIV, born in Chicago and the first US citizen to become pope, cast his mail-in ballot for Illinois' midterm elections on October 3, making him the first pontiff to vote in a U.S. election. The Holy See Press Office confirmed this action as an expression of civic duty. Pope Leo has been critical of President Trump's policies, particularly regarding immigration and the conflict between Israel and Iran…
Pope Leo XIV becomes first pontiff to vote in a US election →Pope Leo, born in Chicago, became the first pope to vote in a U.S. election by mail-in ballot for Illinois’ 2026 midterm elections. Previously, he criticized President Trump over Iran and migrant policies. The Holy See confirmed that Pope Leo has cast ballots regularly since becoming eligible as a U.S. citizen, emphasizing citizens' duty to participate democratically.
Chicago-born Pope Leo becomes first pontiff to vote in US election after blasting Trump over Iran war and president's treatment of migrants →Pope Leo voted in the U.S. midterm elections by mail from Illinois, as confirmed by the Vatican on Friday. Pope Leo requested a mail-in ballot earlier this month while recovering from lung surgery and has been exercising his right to vote since he was eligible as an American citizen. The Holy See emphasized that voting is both a right and a duty for citizens, encouraging civic participation without endorsing…
Pope Leo votes in U.S. midterms, Vatican confirms →Pope Leo recently cast his vote by mail for the US midterm elections, marking the first time a sitting pope has participated in any political election. He voted from Chicago, where he was born, after registering to vote on October 3 while recuperating from surgery. The Vatican stated that this action reflects the pontiff’s belief in citizens' duty to participate in democratic processes. Leo's involvement comes amid…
Pope Leo votes in US midterms in first known political ballot for any pontiff →Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope to vote in a U.S. general election by casting a mail-in ballot in Chicago, his birthplace. The Vatican confirmed that he submitted his ballot ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, emphasizing his commitment to civic participation. Pope Leo, originally named Robert Prevost, has a history of voting in both Democratic and Republican primaries since 2000 while living abroad as…
Pope Leo becomes first pontiff to vote in US general election →Analysis
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The Vatican statement said he had also voted while living in Peru whenever he was eligible, but there's no evidence he cast a ballot in the national election held earlier this year in the South American country.
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After moving to the more conservative suburban Will County, he requested Republican primary ballots in 2012, 2014, and 2016.
The records also show that he submitted ballots in every general election since 2000 except those in 2020 and 2022.
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Pope Leo XIV has submitted his mail-in ballot in Illinois, for the midterm elections, becoming the first-ever pope to vote in a US election.
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After moving to the more conservative Will County, he requested Republican primary ballots in 2012, 2014 and 2016.
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31 Oct Pope Leo becomes first pontiff to vote in US general electionPope Leo XIV has become the first pope to vote in a U.S. general election by casting a mail-in ballot in Chicago, his birthplace. The Vatican confirmed that he submitted his ballot ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, emphasizing his commitment to civic participation. Pope Leo, originally named Robert Prevost, has a history of voting in both Democratic and Republican primaries since 2000 while living abroad as…Al Jazeera
30 Oct Pope Leo becomes the first pontiff to vote in a U.S. electionThe article title indicates that Pope Leo has become the first pope to cast a vote in a U.S. election, but the text content provided does not discuss this topic. Instead, it mentions Trump holding rallies in Kansas and Iowa, which is unrelated to the voting behavior of the Pope. The focus appears to be on political events rather than papal actions.CBS News
30 Oct Pope Leo votes in US midterms in first known political ballot for any pontiffPope Leo recently cast his vote by mail for the US midterm elections, marking the first time a sitting pope has participated in any political election. He voted from Chicago, where he was born, after registering to vote on October 3 while recuperating from surgery. The Vatican stated that this action reflects the pontiff’s belief in citizens' duty to participate in democratic processes. Leo's involvement comes amid…The Guardian- 30 Oct Pope Leo votes in U.S. midterms, Vatican confirmsPope Leo voted in the U.S. midterm elections by mail from Illinois, as confirmed by the Vatican on Friday. Pope Leo requested a mail-in ballot earlier this month while recovering from lung surgery and has been exercising his right to vote since he was eligible as an American citizen. The Holy See emphasized that voting is both a right and a duty for citizens, encouraging civic participation without endorsing…CBC
30 Oct Why Pope Leo is legally allowed to vote in US election — despite being leader of Vatican CityPope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost in Chicago, remains registered to vote at his brother’s address in New Lenox, Illinois. Voting rights expert Richard Hasen confirms that US citizens abroad retain their voting rights through the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act of 1986. Since 2000, Pope Leo has participated in five primary elections, requesting Democratic ballots twice and Republican…New York Post
30 Oct Chicago-born Pope Leo becomes first pontiff to vote in US election after blasting Trump over Iran war and president's treatment of migrantsPope Leo, born in Chicago, became the first pope to vote in a U.S. election by mail-in ballot for Illinois’ 2026 midterm elections. Previously, he criticized President Trump over Iran and migrant policies. The Holy See confirmed that Pope Leo has cast ballots regularly since becoming eligible as a U.S. citizen, emphasizing citizens' duty to participate democratically.Daily Mail
30 Oct Pope Leo XIV becomes first pontiff to vote in a US electionPope Leo XIV, born in Chicago and the first US citizen to become pope, cast his mail-in ballot for Illinois' midterm elections on October 3, making him the first pontiff to vote in a U.S. election. The Holy See Press Office confirmed this action as an expression of civic duty. Pope Leo has been critical of President Trump's policies, particularly regarding immigration and the conflict between Israel and Iran…BBC
30 Oct Pope Leo becomes first pontiff to cast ballot in US electionPope Leo XIV, an American-born pontiff who became leader of the Catholic Church in May 2025, has become the first pope to cast a ballot in a U.S. election by mailing his vote in Chicago. The Vatican confirmed this historic act and emphasized the importance of citizens' participation in democratic processes, though it did not disclose which candidates received the pope’s support. Pope Leo previously criticized…The Straits Times
30 Oct Pope Leo makes history in US election with move confirmed by VaticanPope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost and the first American-born pope, has become the first pope to vote in a U.S. election by submitting a mail-in ballot in Illinois. The Holy See Press Office confirmed this to Fox News Digital on Friday. Pope Leo’s participation aligns with his belief in the duty of citizens to engage in democratic processes, exercising his right as an American citizen both in the United…Fox News- 30 Oct Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope in history to vote in a US general electionPope Leo XIV, born Robert Prevost in Chicago, has become the first pope to vote in a U.S. general election by submitting a mail-in ballot from his address in New Lenox, Illinois. The Vatican confirmed that Pope Leo cast his vote ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, emphasizing his belief in civic participation. While living in Peru as a missionary and bishop for over two decades, he also voted there when…Toronto Star
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30 Oct Pope Leo casts US midterm ballot after row with TrumpPope Leo XIV, the first US-born pope, cast his ballot for the United States midterm elections via mail-in voting in Chicago on October 30. This marks the first instance of a pope participating in a political election. The decision comes after a public disagreement with President Donald Trump over immigration and foreign policy issues, highlighting Pope Leo’s commitment to democratic processes despite criticism from…The Straits Times
30 Oct Pope Leo becomes first pontiff to vote in a U.S. electionPope Leo has become the first pontiff to vote in a U.S. election, casting his ballot by mail as an American citizen from his registered address in New Lenox, Illinois. The Vatican confirmed that Pope Leo, who was formerly Cardinal , exercised his right to vote both in the United States and while residing in Peru during his tenure there. His voting history includes participation in five primary elections since 2000…CBS News
30 Oct Pope Leo becomes first pope ever to vote in US election, submits mail-in ballotPope Leo, who was previously known as Robert Prevost before becoming pope, has become the first pope in history to cast a ballot in a U.S. election, submitting his vote by mail. Since 2000, Pope Leo has participated in every general election he was eligible for, except in 2020 and 2022. The Holy See press office confirmed that "he has exercised his right to vote as a United States citizen" in this current election.South China Morning Post
30 Oct Pope Leo XIV makes history as first pope to vote in US general electionPope Leo XIV has cast a vote in the U.S. midterm elections from Chicago, becoming the first pope to participate in an American electoral process. The Vatican confirmed that Pope Leo XIV, originally Robert Prevost, voted via mail-in ballot while maintaining his citizenship as a U.S. resident. Since 2000, he has participated in both primary and general elections in Illinois, voting Democratic twice and Republican…New York Post
30 Oct Pope Leo XIV requested a ballot to vote by mail in 2026 electionsPope Leo XIV has requested a mail-in ballot for the 2026 midterm elections in Illinois, marking a historic event as he would be the first pope to participate in a secular election. Kim Fladhammer, chief of staff at Will County clerk’s office, confirmed the request on October 3rd but did not specify if the ballot had been submitted. Pope Leo XIV is registered to vote under his old address in New Lenox, Illinois.Washington Examiner- 30 Oct Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope in history to vote in a US electionPope Leo XIV, born Robert Prevost in Chicago, has become the first pope in history to vote in a U.S. election by submitting a mail-in ballot ahead of November’s midterm elections. The Vatican confirmed that Pope Leo has exercised his right as a United States citizen to vote whenever he was eligible, including while living in Peru. The Holy See press office emphasized that this act reflects the pontiff's belief in…ABC News (US)
30 Oct Pope Leo has registered to vote in US midterms: reportPope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost in Chicago, has registered to vote by mail for the upcoming U.S. midterm elections from Illinois, making him the first pope ever to participate in an American election. According to The Chicago Sun-Times, Pope Leo requested a ballot from the Will County Clerk’s office and is registered at an address in New Lenox, a suburb of Chicago. This report highlights the unusual…The Independent
30 Oct Pope Leo requested an absentee ballot in Illinois to vote in the midtermsPope Leo XIV, originally Robert Francis Prevost and registered as an Illinois voter, requested an absentee ballot from the Will County Clerk’s Office on October 3rd to vote in the upcoming midterm elections. The pope, who was born in the United States and became its first American pontiff in May 2025, could become the first pope to cast a U.S. election ballot if he completes and sends his absentee form. Pope Leo has…NBC News
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