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US Postal Service issues rule to tighten requirements for mail-in voting despite courts looking to block

US Postal Service issues rule to tighten requirements for mail-in voting despite courts looking to block

Summary

The United States Postal Service (USPS) announced new rules for who can use mail-in voting. These rules follow an executive order from President Trump that tries to limit mail-in ballots, even though a court has blocked that order. USPS will officially release a detailed report about these changes on August 26.

Key Facts

  • USPS set new rules for mail-in ballot eligibility.
  • The rules follow President Trump’s March executive order restricting mail-in voting.
  • A federal court struck down President Trump’s executive order.
  • USPS is moving forward with the new mail-in voting guidelines despite the court’s decision.
  • A 95-page report explaining the new mail-in ballot process is scheduled for official release on August 26.
  • The changes affect how USPS will handle mail-in ballots for the November midterm elections.
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