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Trump government renews appeal to Supreme Court for mail-in voting restrictions

RTP Notícias6 September 2026 at 22:10

Donald Trump's Government has renewed its appeal to the United States Supreme Court to impose new restrictions on mail-in voting. This action comes after a federal judge blocked these same restrictions before the November midterm elections.

Trump's Executive has attempted to limit access to mail-in voting, arguing issues of electoral security and integrity. However, courts have been examining the legality of these measures.

The November midterm elections represent a crucial political moment in the United States, where new members of Congress will be elected. The issue of mail-in voting has become particularly relevant during this electoral cycle.

The appeal to the Supreme Court represents the latest stage in the judicial process regarding these mail-in voting restrictions in the United States.

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