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SCOTUS blocks Trump's mail voting attack

The Supreme Court ruling marked the culmination of a frenzied, monthslong legal battle

Salon

U.S. Supreme Court leaves order blocking USPS absentee/mail-in voting rules in place for 2026 election

On Sept. 14, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to reverse a lower court order blocking the implementation of an executive order President Donald Trump (R) issued in March that would prohibit the delivery of absentee/mail-in ballots to anyone not enrolled by state election officials in a U.S. Postal Service portal.

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Trump Loses Mail-In Ballot Case. Justices Say States Wouldn't Have Enough Time To Make Changes.

The change would have allowed the US Postal Service to withhold ballots found in violation of the new rules.

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Supreme Court Blocks Trump USPS Mail Ballot Rules Ahead of 2026 Midterm Elections

Supreme Court keeps 2026 US mail voting under existing state rules, blocking Trump-era USPS ballot standards while legal questions move back to lower courts.

International Business Times UK

Supreme Court Refuses to Block Lower-Court Ruling Against Trump's Mail-in Ballot Executive Order

The decision was 7-2.

Reason

Trump’s mail ballot push hits Supreme Court roadblock ahead of crucial midterms

In a major setback for US President Donald Trump, the US Supreme Court on Monday rejected his administration’s bid to impose new restrictions on mail-in voting ahead of the November midterm elections, allowing states to continue using their existing ballot procedures.

The Times of India

Why the Supreme Court blocked Trump and the Postal Service from restricting mail-in voting for the midterms

Mail voting in the 2026 midterm elections will go on as usual – now that the Trump administration’s major efforts to disrupt how Americans vote by mail have been blocked by the U.S. Supreme Court.

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In loss for Trump, US Supreme Court won't let Postal Service restrict mail ballots

The US Supreme Court on Monday blocked the Postal Service from enforcing a Trump-backed rule tightening mail-in ballot procedures, upholding a lower court injunction as legal challenges continue. The decision marks a setback for Trump’s voting-by-mail restrictions ahead of November’s midterm elections, with Justice Samuel Alito dissenting.

The Economic Times

Supreme Court blocks efforts to stop mail voting this fall

The Supreme Court Monday rejected President Donald Trump’s effort to curtail mail voting in this fall’s elections, keeping the U.S. Postal Service’s new rule restricting election mail paused. The brief order accompanying the majority ruling Monday left in place an order from Judge Indira Talwani of the U.S. District Court…

Roll Call

USPS failed to properly handle ballots

An inspector general’s audit found a lack of training for post office staff, deficiencies in tracking ballots

Salon

First Circuit Refuses to Stay District Court Injunction Against Trump's Executive Order on Mail-In Voting

The Court rightly ruled the executive branch has no authority to restrict mail-in voting.

Reason

US appeals court rejects Trump bid to implement mail-in voting restrictions

A U.S. appeals court declined to implement a new USPS mail-in voting rule. This decision prevents the postal service from enforcing stricter requirements before elections. A lower court judge had previously issued an injunction against the new postal rule. The administration had asked the Supreme Court to intervene and pause…

The Economic Times

Trump's Executive Order on Mail-in Ballots is an Assault on Federalism and Separation of Powers

It seeks to usurp state and congressional power over election administration.

Reason

Federal judge temporarily blocks Ohio documentary proof of citizenship requirement

Welcome to Ballot Bulletin: Ballotpedia's Weekly Election Policy Digest. Every Tuesday, we deliver the latest updates on election policy around the country, including nationwide trends and recent legislative activity.

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The Guardian - US

Legal veterans lead fightback against Trump’s ‘full-out assault on democracy’

Advocacy groups expand legal challenges and condemn president’s ‘self-serving attempts to take over midterms’

The Guardian - US

Trump again asks supreme court to restrict mail-in voting as midterms loom

Legal fight continues as states begin sending out ballots for voters to vote by mail in November’s midterm elections

The Independent UK

New USPS mail-in ballot rules blocked by federal judge

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The Guardian - US

US judge extends block on Trump order to restrict mail-in voting

Indira Talwani’s ruling presents major setback for president as first states begin to send out mail ballots for midterms

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US judge again blocks Postal Service's mail-in voting restrictions

A federal judge has extended a ban on a new Postal Service rule. This rule would have tightened mail-in voting requirements before elections. The judge stated that only Congress can alter election laws. The administration has filed a notice of appeal regarding this decision. The Postal Service stated it will…

France 24

US midterms start with North Carolina distributing mail-voting ballots

North Carolina on Friday became the first state authorised to begin sending out ballots, formally launching the 2026 US midterms as President Donald Trump’s administration fights to impose sweeping restrictions on the practice.

The Economic Times

Trump asks Supreme Court to allow tighter mail-ballot rules before midterms

The Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court to enforce a new postal service rule. This regulation tightens standards for mail-in ballot delivery ahead of elections. A judge had previously blocked the rule, citing potential disruption to legitimate votes. The Justice Department seeks to lift the temporary injunction preventing enforcement.…

The Guardian - US

Razed by wildfire, erased by USPS: Hawaiians fight to restore mail delivery

Wildfire victims rebuilt their homes in Lahaina only to find USPS had ‘eliminated’ their addresses – while houses that didn’t burn receive mail as normal

Salon

USPS rule changes could hurt voters

Officials worried the rules they were drafting could delay or block ballots from reaching large swaths of voters

International Business Times UK

Whistleblower Reveals Trump's USPS Plan Could Disrupt Mail-in Ballot Counting as Congress Moves To Investigate

A USPS insider has given congressional investigators new information about a system allegedly capable of delaying or rejecting batches of mail-in ballots.

France 24

US Postal Service whistleblower warns new system could disrupt midterm election voting

A US Postal Service whistleblower has warned that a new ballot-processing system ordered by President Donald Trump and due to launch Tuesday could prevent millions of Americans from receiving mail ballots ahead of November's midterm elections.

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