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politics5 days ago•48 min saved

Trump Urges GOP Base to Vote by Mail and Early, Contradicting Years of Opposition

President Donald Trump urged Republicans to vote early, by mail, or in person for the November 2026 midterms, contradicting his long-standing opposition to mail-in voting. The appeal, posted to Truth Social, follows a Supreme Court ruling that blocked his executive order to restrict mail ballots. With over one million ballots already cast, Trump's strategy now focuses heavily on mobilizing his base rather than persuading undecided voters.

via Newsweek|

#donald-trump #election-turnout #mail-in-voting

politics6 days ago•209 min saved

Trump Reverses Course, Urges GOP Base to Vote by Mail Ahead of Midterms

President Donald Trump has reversed his long-standing opposition to mail-in voting, urging his supporters to vote early or by mail for the November 3, 2026, midterm elections. In a video posted to Truth Social, he directed voters to 'swampthevoteusa.com' and emphasized the importance of defeating the Democratic Party. This shift follows recent Supreme Court rulings that blocked his executive order to restrict mail ballots, marking a stark contrast to his previous claims that mail voting was inherently corrupt.

via CNN|

#2026-midterm-elections #donald-trump #election-strategy

politics7 days ago

USPS Delays Election Ballot Measures, Raising Disenfranchisement Fears

The U.S. Postal Service has delayed the start of its 'extraordinary measures' for handling mail ballots by five days, beginning October 24 instead of the usual mid-October. This shortens the window for processing millions of ballots before the November 3 election, prompting concerns about voter disenfranchisement and declining confidence in mail voting among Democrats.

via Democracy Docket|

#2026-midterms #donald-trump #election-security

politics17 days ago•3 min saved

DOJ Elevates Utah Mailman’s Ballot Dumping to National Election Integrity Case

The Justice Department has charged a 34-year-old former Utah postal worker, Damon Seei, with destroying over 300 mail-in ballots during a June primary. Acting Deputy Attorney General Trent McCotter used a press conference to frame the case as evidence supporting President Trump’s push for stricter mail-in voting rules, despite prosecutors acknowledging the suspect’s motive was laziness rather than political intent. Seei pleaded not guilty and was released immediately, with his trial set for late November.

via politico.com|

#doj #election-integrity #mail-in-voting

world21 days ago•20 min saved

Postal Chief Breaks Silence as Trump’s Mail-Voting Crackdown Falters

Postmaster General David Steiner says the USPS will not enforce Trump’s proposed mail-voting rules in the 2026 election after the Supreme Court struck down the order, with the agency pausing a controversial voter-list database amid whistleblower concerns and liquidity worries. Steiner emphasizes execution over policy, seeks legislative changes to ease funding pressures, and urges voters to mail ballots early to avoid postmark delays; envelope barcodes are encouraged but not mandatory, with noncompliance potentially raising postage costs.

via The Independent|

#david-steiner #donald-trump #mail-in-voting

politics21 days ago•15 min saved

Midterms Kick Off as Inflation and Iran War Dominate Early Voting

Early in-person voting begins in several states as the midterms approach, with campaigns focusing on cost of living and the Iran conflict amid high gas prices and near-7% mortgage rates; the live blog also covers developments on mail-in voting rules, AI policy debates among potential 2028 contenders, and other political and cultural disputes tied to the election cycle.

via The Guardian|

#cost-of-living #early-voting #iran-war

politics22 days ago•132 min saved

USPS halts key Trump-era plan to vet mail ballots

USPS’s top IT official says work on a Trump-era system to compile citizenship lists for mail ballots has been halted; the initiative drew whistleblower criticism, and the Supreme Court rejected the policy for this election, with a memo saying the agency won’t enforce those rules in 2026. USPS says it will continue essential mail delivery and urges voters to submit ballots early amid ongoing postmark-delay concerns.

via AP News|

#elections #mail-in-voting #politics

politics23 days ago•14 min saved

Court blocks Trump’s mail-ballot overhaul, but voter confusion lingers

The Supreme Court blocked Trump’s bid to overhaul mail-in voting for the midterms, preserving the current rules. Trump criticized the ruling online, while election-law experts cautioned that the ongoing fight could confuse voters about how to vote by mail. The guidance is clear: mail voting will proceed as usual where available; voters should track their ballots, vote early, and, if possible, drop off ballots in person to ensure timely counting, noting that deadlines vary by state and legal challenges may continue.

via HuffPost|

#elections #mail-in-voting #politics

elections23 days ago•20 min saved

Supreme Court Leaves Mail-In Voting Rules Untouched for 2026 Midterms

After the Supreme Court rejected the Trump administration’s bid to impose new USPS mail‑in ballot rules before the November 2026 midterms, nothing changes for voters: states will continue with existing mail‑in voting practices. The piece explains why Trump pushed restrictions, how mail‑in voting varies by state (all‑mail in some states, requires an excuse in others), what the USPS rule would have required (envelope logos, barcodes, and a voter list portal), and offers practical guidance: check your state’s rules and deadlines, request ballots early, sign and track your ballot, consider dropping off ballots, and if needed, vote in person and present your mail ballot for cancellation or spoilage.

via ProPublica|

#elections #mail-in-voting #midterm-elections-2026

politics23 days ago•5 min saved

Election Officials Brace for Interference as Trump Pushes Federal Control Over Voting

After the Supreme Court allowed mail-in voting to continue, Trump hints at using federal power to influence the midterms, prompting election officials to brace for interference, legal challenges, and new rules—such as USPS ballot envelope standards and voter-list access—that escalate the battle over who runs federal elections.

via Al Jazeera|

#election-interference #mail-in-voting #midterms

politics23 days ago•7 min saved

Cryptic Supreme Court mail-ballot rulings spark questions for future elections

The Supreme Court issued terse orders in two mail-ballot disputes—blocking USPS restrictions for now but leaving major questions about federal authority and election integrity, with justices hinting at possible future USPS control and ongoing litigation ahead of the 2028 cycle.

via CNN|

#elections-2028 #mail-in-voting #politics

politics24 days ago•6 min saved

Court‑led relief, looming questions as mail-in rules swirl before midterms

The Supreme Court’s mixed handling of Trump’s mail-in voting rules has provided a temporary relief to election officials, but the ongoing churn and looming legal battles leave voters uncertain about ballot delivery, counting, and what rules the administration might try next ahead of the midterms, potentially impacting confidence in the electoral process.

via Politico|

#election-administration #mail-in-voting #midterms

politics24 days ago•4 min saved

Trump derides three justices as 'shells' after mail-ballot setback

President Trump blasted the Supreme Court after it blocked his mail-in ballot plan, accusing his three nominated justices—Kavanaugh, Gorsuch, and Barrett—of being a 'shell' of their former selves while keeping USPS changes on hold ahead of the election; Justices Alito and Thomas dissented, as Trump hinted at pursuing future actions despite the setback.

via Politico|

#mail-in-voting #politics #supreme-court

business24 days ago•6 min saved

AI Slowdown Risks Growth as Court Blocks Mail-In Rules and Emmys Spotlight Widow’s Bay

A slowdown in AI development could dent U.S. growth, with AI-driven investments fueling much of recent earnings and analysts warning a 35% stock drop could trigger a recession; Trump has dismissed AI safety concerns as a “hoax.” In legal news, the Supreme Court blocked a Trump-era plan to regulate mail-in ballots, limiting federal control over midterm elections. On the entertainment front, Apple TV’s Widow’s Bay dominated the 2026 Emmys with six wins, highlighting a big night for the series and its creators.

via NBC News|

#ai #business #economy

courts-and-law25 days ago•27 min saved

Supreme Court halts Trump’s bid to curb mail ballots before pivotal midterms

The Supreme Court blocked the Trump administration from moving forward with sweeping new restrictions on mail ballots for the upcoming midterm elections, leaving election procedures intact and preventing changes that could affect millions of voters as the races determine control of the House and Senate. The ruling represents a major setback for Trump, who had argued the rules were needed to prevent fraud.

via The Washington Post|

#courts-and-law #donald-trump #elections-2026