Federal Judge Again Rules Against Trump's Mail Voting Executive Order for 2026 Election

A federal judge in Boston has ruled against President Donald Trump's executive order aimed at creating a federal voter list and involving the U.S. Postal Service in election operations to limit mail voting. U.S. District Court Judge Indira Talwani's decision on Tuesday marks the second time the order has been halted, making it less likely to be in effect for the November 2026 midterm elections. The ruling sided with Democratic state attorneys general and voting rights groups, asserting that the executive branch lacks authority to regulate elections.