The US Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Donald Trump in a dispute over mail-in voting in Pennsylvania, allowing a stricter deadline for returning ballots to stand. The decision, announced on Monday, affects the upcoming midterm elections in the state.
Background of the Case
The case centered on a Pennsylvania law that requires mail-in ballots to be received by election day. A lower court had extended the deadline by three days, citing concerns about postal delays. The Trump campaign challenged that ruling, arguing that only the state legislature has the authority to set election rules.
Supreme Court's Decision
The Supreme Court's conservative majority sided with Trump, blocking the extended deadline. The ruling means that ballots postmarked by election day but arriving after it will not be counted. The decision was split along ideological lines, with the court's three liberal justices dissenting.
Impact on Voters
Election officials in Pennsylvania are now preparing to implement the original deadline. Voting rights groups have expressed concern that some voters may be disenfranchised if their ballots arrive late. The ruling is seen as a significant victory for Trump and his allies, who have argued that mail-in voting is prone to fraud, despite no evidence of widespread issues.
