A U.S. federal judge has blocked the Postal Service from enforcing key provisions of President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at tightening rules surrounding mail-in and absentee ballots ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani’s latest ruling expands an earlier injunction and prevents the government from enforcing the challenged mail-voting provisions nationwide for the November 3 midterms and earlier federal elections.
The order specifically stops USPS from refusing to transmit mail or absentee ballots based on requirements contained in the executive order. The judge said the administration’s attempt to change election procedures raised significant legal concerns, emphasizing that election administration is primarily governed by states and Congress.
The ruling comes less than 90 days before the midterm elections, adding urgency to an already significant legal battle. The Trump administration is expected to continue challenging the restrictions in higher courts, leaving the future of the policy subject to further litigation.
For election officials and voters, the immediate impact is clear: the Postal Service cannot enforce the disputed mail-ballot provisions while the injunction remains in effect.
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