Court Decides Late-Arriving Postmarked Ballots Won’t be Counted in Future Elections

In a pivotal decision that might reshape the handling of mail-in ballots, a recent court ruling determined that ballots received after the designated deadline will not be counted, even if they are postmarked on or before election day. This ruling has sparked a vast array of reactions across political and public spectrums, emphasizing the ongoing debates over voter access and election integrity. The discussion on whether ballots that arrive post-deadline should qualify for tabulation has been a contentious issue, particularly in light of the increased reliance on mail-in voting during recent election cycles. Advocates for … Read more

US Appeals Court Rules Against Counting Late-Arriving Election Day Ballots

Washington, D.C. – A recent ruling by a U.S. appeals court has declared that ballots received after Election Day are illegal. This significant decision could reshape how votes are counted in future elections and is raising concerns about its impact on voter participation and election integrity. The court’s decision was aimed at clamping down on the extended ballot counting periods which had been allowed in some jurisdictions, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic when mail-in voting surged. The court argued that such practices could leave room for confusion and potential misuse of the electoral process. Judicial … Read more