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Leo XIV becomes first pope ever to vote in US general election

Maya Thompson
Maya Thompson
Maya Thompson
Bureau Chief · Akron, OH

Maya graduated from Kent State University with a degree in Journalism and has spent the last 15 years covering local news in Northeast Ohio. Formerly the editor at the Akron Beacon Journal, she has a knack for unearthing compelling community stories that resonate deeply with readers.

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Bureau Chief · Friday, October 30, 2026 at 1:54 PM · 1 min read
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Leo XIV becomes first pope ever to vote in US general election — Akron Community news

Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope to vote in a U.S. general election.

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