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Democrats have gained ground on voter confidence in elections as concerns about ballot integrity rise among Republicans. AP-NORC data shows Democrats retain higher trust while Republicans grow more confident than four years ago; fear of federal overreach and threats to voting processes shape the landscape ahead of Election Day.
The Vatican says Pope Leo XIV has exercised his right to vote as a United States citizen, submitting a mail-in ballot in Chicago ahead of the November 3 midterm elections. He has long encouraged civic participation, while the Vatican notes he has lived in Peru and holds multiple citizenships. The midterms determine control of Congress and shape the political landscape.
The Vatican confirms Pope Leo has submitted a mail-in ballot in Chicago ahead of the Nov. 3 midterms, citing a long-standing belief in civic participation. Leo, who holds U.S. and Peruvian citizenship, has voted in multiple primaries and general elections since 2000. The Holy See notes the pope’s duty to participate in democratic processes.