The Vatican has confirmed that the pope cast his vote in the upcoming U.S. midterm elections by submitting a mail-in ballot from his hometown of Chicago, marking an unusual but legally permitted participation in a foreign election by a sitting pontiff. The decision highlights the pope’s long-standing ties to his native city and underscores the growing acceptance of absentee voting in American politics. While the Vatican has not disclosed whether the ballot was sent directly from Rome or another location, the confirmation follows recent discussions about the ethical and practical considerations of foreign officials voting in U.S. elections. The move comes as mail-in voting remains a contentious issue amid ongoing debates over election integrity and accessibility.
Vatican confirms the pope submitted a mail-in ballot in his native Chicago ahead of November 3 midterm elections
