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Trump's Voting Ban Sparks Fears of Voter Disenfranchisement

8/27/2025

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President Trump proposed banning absentee and mail ballots, requiring paper ballots on Election Day.
Critics warn these changes may disenfranchise voters, particularly hourly workers and rural residents.
Absentee voting has been crucial since the Civil War, providing historical context.
Studies show minimal voter fraud, challenging Trump's assertions.

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Story summary

President Trump proposed banning absentee and mail ballots, requiring paper ballots on Election Day.
Critics warn these changes may disenfranchise voters, particularly hourly workers and rural residents.
Absentee voting has been crucial since the Civil War, providing historical context.
Studies show minimal voter fraud, challenging Trump's assertions.