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Trump Pushes Deadline for Mail-In Ballots Amid Counting Chaos

7/8/2025

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President Trump and Republican leaders are voicing frustration over the sluggish ballot counting in several states following Election Day. In response, Trump’s executive order seeks to impose a strict deadline for mail-in ballots, pushing states like Kansas and California to reconsider their grace periods. California's extended counting timeline is under fire, with calls for reforms to boost voter trust in the electoral process.

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Story summary

President Trump and Republican leaders are voicing frustration over the sluggish ballot counting in several states following Election Day. In response, Trump’s executive order seeks to impose a strict deadline for mail-in ballots, pushing states like Kansas and California to reconsider their grace periods. California's extended counting timeline is under fire, with calls for reforms to boost voter trust in the electoral process.