Supreme Court to Review Late Mail Ballot Counting Issue

The Supreme Court will decide if federal law prevents states from counting mail-in ballots arriving after Election Day, focusing on Mississippi’s absentee ballot procedures. This case arises amid challenges to similar laws in Illinois and could affect states allowing late ballot counting ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. A lower court ruled Mississippi’s law valid, but the GOP argues it conflicts with federal election statutes. Mississippi officials have appealed to the Supreme Court, citing potential nationwide implications.

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