Federal Judge Strikes Down Key Provisions of Trump's Election Executive Order

On June 24, 2026, U.S. District Judge Denise J. Casper ruled that significant parts of President Donald Trump's executive order regarding election integrity exceeded presidential authority and violated the Constitution. The order, issued on March 25, 2025, attempted to create or change election rules, which Casper stated is beyond the President's constitutional powers. The ruling permanently blocks provisions that would have required proof of citizenship for federal voter registration and altered voting requirements for military and overseas voters. The lawsuit was brought by 19 states and was heard in the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts. California Attorney General Rob Bonta, a lead plaintiff, called the ruling a victory for the states, affirming that the regulation of elections is reserved for the states and Congress. This ruling follows a previous injunction issued by Casper blocking key provisions of the order. The judge's decision also noted conflicts with federal statutes, including the National Voter Registration Act. The ruling comes amid ongoing discussions in Congress regarding the SAVE Act, which seeks to require proof of citizenship for voter registration.