******Trump Elections EO on mail ballots triggers suits** [developing]** [developing]** [developing]
Key Questions
What is the Trump Elections Executive Order issued on 3/31/26?
The EO directs USPS, DHS, and DOJ to police mail ballots, including funding cuts. It aims to crack down on mail-in voting practices.
What lawsuits have been triggered by the EO?
Suits under the Elections Clause were filed by 23 Democratic states, DC, and Pennsylvania Governor Shapiro in Boston federal court. They cite precedents like Arizona v. Inter Tribal Council.
What voting practices are challenged in the suits?
The suits target grace periods for mail ballots allowed in 29 states, as tied to cases like Moore v. Harper (formerly Moore v. Watson). Ripeness issues are also raised.
How many ballots are at risk in Washington state?
Approximately 4,500 ballots in Washington (Tri-Cities area) are at risk if the Supreme Court alters mail voting rules. This stems from potential changes to last-minute voting acceptance.
Is the case headed to the Supreme Court?
Yes, the constitutional fight is SCOTUS-bound before the midterms, amid challenges to Trump's immigration and election policies across courts.
3/31/26 EO directs USPS/DHS/DOJ policing, funding cuts; Elections Clause suits: 23 Dem states + DC + PA Shapiro Boston fed court, cites AZ v. Inter Tribal; DOJ voter rolls suit vs WA advances post-service issues (Civil Rights Act purges/ID); ties Watson grace periods 29 states, ripeness issues. SCOTUSbound pre-midterms.