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Thousands of Israeli Americans prepare to vote in dual elections

Dual citizens of the U.S. and Israel are gearing up to vote in both countries amid upcoming elections.

Oct 26, 2026, 6:42 AM By the Genius Eye newsroom (Politics Reporter) · Fact-checkedHow we report
Photo: Ad Meskens / CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The Hill reported that thousands of Israeli Americans, who hold dual citizenship in the U.S. and Israel, are preparing to participate in two important elections happening in the near future.

While absentee voting is permitted in the U.S., Israel mandates in-person voting, prompting an estimated 67,000 Israelis worldwide to travel back to Israel to cast their ballots, according to The Hill.

This unique situation highlights the logistical challenges faced by dual citizens in exercising their voting rights across two nations with differing voting requirements.

As election season intensifies, these voters are expected to play a significant role in both countries' political landscapes.

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  1. The Hill: Election season hits overdrive for thousands of Israeli Americans
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