Trump order asserts federal control over mail-in ballots
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order asserting federal control over mail-in ballots, a move likely to be challenged in court. The order aims to provide states with a comprehensive view of eligible voters and verify the eligibility of voters returning ballots.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on March 31 to assert federal control over mail-in ballots. The order targets a form of voting Trump frequently criticizes. The federal government will provide states with a comprehensive view of eligible voters. The U.S. Postal Service will verify that ballots are being sent to and returned by eligible voters. Trump has suggested nationalizing the voting process, generating bipartisan pushback. States have authority over federal elections, but Congress has the power to alter election rules. Trump's effort is likely to be challenged in court.
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