High Court Keeps Trump's Mail-Voting Restrictions on Track Ahead of Midterms

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Source: Al Jazeera
High Court Keeps Trump's Mail-Voting Restrictions on Track Ahead of Midterms
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The Supreme Court cleared the way for President Trump’s executive order restricting mail voting to proceed, in a 6-3 decision with liberal justices dissenting, leaving room for further challenges before the midterms. The order would require lists of eligible voters and delivery of ballots only to those on the lists, but Democratic officials in 23 states and D.C. have sued to block it, and Massachusetts blocked the plan in state and federal courts, signaling continued litigation as the election approaches. Supporters say the changes bolster election integrity, while opponents warn they could disrupt preparations for the midterms.

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