Supreme Court Allows Temporary Mail-In Voting Restrictions Ahead of Midterms

Why it matters locally: While California has established robust vote-by-mail systems, this temporary Supreme Court order could still affect the administration and voter experience for California residents participating in the November midterm elections if federal restrictions are broadly applied or lead to changes in state-level guidance.

WASHINGTON D.C. — The Supreme Court on Monday issued an emergency order concerning mail-in voting. The order allows the Trump administration to implement restrictions on mail-in voting for the upcoming November midterm elections. This decision is temporary. Opponents of the decision have expressed concerns about its timing. Ballots in some states are scheduled for mailing within days. Steve Vladeck, a constitutional law professor at Georgetown University Law Center, discussed the ruling with Liz Landers.