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Justice Dept. Asks Supreme Court to Lift Trump Voting Injunction

7/28/2026

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U.S. Justice Department asked Supreme Court to lift the injunction blocking President Donald Trump’s voting order in 23 states and D.C.
The injunction follows a June ruling by U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani that president lacks authority, with the administration saying the order is only guidance.
Solicitor General John Sauer said procedures must be ready by August for the November 3 midterms, with the Supreme Court setting an August 3 deadline to respond.

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U.S. Justice Department asked Supreme Court to lift the injunction blocking President Donald Trump’s voting order in 23 states and D.C.
The injunction follows a June ruling by U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani that president lacks authority, with the administration saying the order is only guidance.
Solicitor General John Sauer said procedures must be ready by August for the November 3 midterms, with the Supreme Court setting an August 3 deadline to respond.