Postal Ballot Rules Face Legal Battle | US News

A federal judge in Boston is weighing whether to extend a pause on new USPS mail-in ballot rules pushed by the Trump administration, as states argue the federal government overstepped its authority and the system isn’t ready for election day. The dispute centers on whether the Postal Service’s online portal and barcode requirements can be implemented without disrupting state-run elections — with the Justice Department pushing forward despite uncertainty about the tech’s readiness. With ballots already being mailed in some states, the judge’s decision could reshape how millions vote — and this case is likely headed for further appeals. 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/1c12a0888a501b9b