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Supreme Court to Rule on Late Mail-In Ballots

11/10/2025

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The U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether states can count mail-in ballots received after Election Day.
The case centers on Mississippi's five-day grace period and a clash with the 5th Circuit ruling.
The ruling could affect late-ballot laws in 16 states, with a decision expected by late June 2025.
Critics including President Donald Trump say late ballots threaten election integrity, while supporters cite voter access.

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Story summary

The U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether states can count mail-in ballots received after Election Day.
The case centers on Mississippi's five-day grace period and a clash with the 5th Circuit ruling.
The ruling could affect late-ballot laws in 16 states, with a decision expected by late June 2025.
Critics including President Donald Trump say late ballots threaten election integrity, while supporters cite voter access.