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US Supreme Court Lifts Block on Trump Mail-In Ballot Restrictions
The US Supreme Court has lifted one court order that blocked parts of President Donald Trump’s plan to tighten federal rules for mail-in ballots ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
In a 6 to 3 decision, the Court found that the states challenging the executive order had brought their case too early and had not shown a concrete injury. The justices did not decide whether the proposed restrictions are constitutional or whether the president has authority to direct changes in election administration.
The order calls for federal citizenship records to be used in connection with mailed ballots and proposes postal requirements, including trackable ballot envelopes. Democratic-led states argued that the measures interfere with powers traditionally exercised by state election officials and could create problems close to an election.
The Court’s three liberal justices dissented, warning that the ruling may increase uncertainty and disruption. Supporters of the order describe the measures as election security safeguards, while opponents argue that they could restrict lawful voting and impose difficult deadlines on states.
The ruling does not end the dispute. A separate nationwide injunction continues to block significant parts of the plan, and further legal challenges are expected as federal agencies move toward implementation.
https://thelawreporters.com/us-supreme-court-trump-mail-in-ballot-restrictions
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