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Democratic states file new lawsuit seeking to block Trump’s order limiting mail voting in midterms
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· August 26, 2026
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Key points This action challenges an executive order related to voting by mail. A new lawsuit has been filed by about two dozen states.
A new lawsuit has been filed by about two dozen states. This action challenges an executive order related to voting by mail. The target of the lawsuit is the U.S. Postal Service.
Election officials have expressed concerns about the feasibility of implementing a new rule in a short timeframe. The first wave of mail ballots is set to be sent out soon.
Further details about the lawsuit and the executive order are available from the source. The lawsuit is part of ongoing litigation related to voting by mail in upcoming elections.
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Category: government Published: August 26, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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