Democratic Attorneys General Sue Trump Over Mail-In Voting Order
More than 20 Democratic state attorneys general filed a lawsuit Friday challenging President Trump's executive order that restricts mail-in voting. The order, issued Tuesday, tightens rules on who can vote by mail.
More than 20 Democratic state attorneys general filed a lawsuit Friday challenging President Trump's executive order that restricts mail-in voting access. The order was issued Tuesday.
The attorneys general say the executive order is unconstitutional and designed to prevent eligible voters from casting ballots. They argue the federal government cannot override state voting procedures.
Separately, top Democratic leaders including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries joined a related lawsuit. The Democratic National Committee and other party organizations also filed suit to challenge the order.
Mail-in voting has become more common since 2020, when many states expanded access during the pandemic. Some states now allow all voters to request mail ballots, while others require specific reasons like illness or travel.
The lawsuits will likely take months to resolve in federal court. Meanwhile, the order could affect how states prepare for upcoming elections.
Mail-in voting affects how millions of Americans cast ballots. If the order stands, some voters who previously voted by mail might have to vote in person instead. This could change how future elections work in your state.
Federal courts will decide whether to block Trump's order while the lawsuits proceed through the legal system.
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