- A federal judge extended a block on the USPS's new mail-ballot rules ahead of the November midterms, saying they’re likely unconstitutional and could disenfranchise voters.
- States are already mailing ballots, and election officials warn the new requirements (unique barcodes, an online portal, and envelope checks) are unworkable on short notice; a whistleblower called the portal “untested” and potentially risky.
- The Justice Department is likely to appeal and sought Supreme Court intervention; the USPS says it’s refining the portal and is offering voluntary envelope reviews.
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