The United States Postal Service (USPS) announced new eligibility guidelines for mail-in ballots on August 22, 2026. This decision follows President Trump's executive order from March that aimed to restrict mail-in voting, although a federal court later ruled against that order. The USPS's report, which is 95 pages long and is set for official release on August 26, outlines the procedures for distributing mail-in ballots for the upcoming midterm elections in November.
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US Postal Service announces new guidelines for mail-in voting eligibility
The USPS has introduced new eligibility guidelines for mail-in voting, following an executive order from President Trump. This announcement comes despite a federal court's decision to strike down the order. The detailed report on the new guidelines is scheduled for official release on August 26.
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