Federal judge lifts all blocks on Trump mail-in ballots executive order
Summary
A federal judge has removed all legal blocks on President Donald Trump's executive order that restricts mail-in voting. This decision allows the government to enforce the order fully after the Supreme Court said challenges were premature.Key Facts
- President Trump issued an executive order in March 2026 to limit mail-in ballots.
- The order relies on the U.S. Postal Service to verify who is allowed to vote by mail.
- A federal judge had originally blocked the most controversial parts of this order.
- The judge lifted those blocks following a Supreme Court ruling.
- The Supreme Court said lawsuits against the order were filed too early.
- With the blocks removed, the order can now be put into full effect.
- This decision affects the rules for mail-in voting ahead of upcoming elections.
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