An Idaho ballot measure that would have expanded abortion access, which the LDS Church publicly opposed, is now losing after holding an early lead as votes are counted. The Salt Lake Tribune reports the measure's prospects have shifted as more ballots have been tallied.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints took a formal position against the measure, which was unusual given the Church's general practice of limiting its direct involvement in ballot questions. Idaho has a significant Latter-day Saint population, and the Church's opposition was seen as potentially decisive.

The measure is one of several abortion-related ballot questions across the country in the 2026 midterm elections. The Tribune's coverage examines how the Church's position may have influenced the outcome in a state where Latter-day Saints make up a substantial portion of the electorate.