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US Postal Service issues rule to tighten requirements for mail-in voting despite courts looking to block
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· August 24, 2026
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Key points This move complies with President Trump's March executive order, which restricted the practice. The United States Postal Service has announced new eligibility guidelines for mail-in ballots.
The United States Postal Service has announced new eligibility guidelines for mail-in ballots. This move complies with President Trump's March executive order, which restricted the practice. However, a federal court later struck down the order.
The new guidelines are outlined in a 95-page report, which is set to be officially released on August 26. The report details how the USPS will distribute mail-in ballots for the November midterms.
Further details on the new guidelines and the report are available, providing more information on the USPS's plans for mail-in voting.
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Category: News Published: August 24, 2026 Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - All News Reading time: 1 min
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