The Trump administration has filed an appeal against a court ruling that temporarily blocked new federal guidelines aimed at expanding mail-in voting, arguing the changes were necessary to address concerns over election integrity. The move comes amid ongoing legal battles over voting procedures ahead of the November elections, with critics accusing the administration of attempting to restrict access to mail ballots. The federal rules, which had been set to take effect, included measures like requiring voters to include identification with their mail-in ballots and limiting the use of drop boxes. Legal challenges have intensified as states prepare for a potential surge in mail voting due to the pandemic.


Trump Administration Appeals Ruling Halting Mail-In Voting Rules  The New York Times