Judge Halts USPS Mail Ballot Rule | Pierre News

A federal judge is slamming the Trump administration for rushing through new mail-in ballot rules just weeks before Election Day, calling it an unnecessary emergency that creates confusion and risks voter harm. Despite an earlier injunction blocking such changes, the Postal Service published a final rule requiring states to overhaul ballot envelopes and share voter lists — even though it explicitly says it won’t apply if the court’s order stands. Voting rights groups are demanding immediate enforcement, warning that with ballots already being mailed out in 73 days, this move could disenfranchise voters. The administration, backed by 12 Republican-led states, argues the rule is minor and within USPS authority, while appealing to the Supreme Court — a move previously rejected by the court itself. Tensions are mounting as 23 states and D.C. stand firmly against the federal push. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/cf30f03de324ed3b