On July 29, 2026, the Supreme Court began reviewing a case related to President Donald Trump's executive order concerning voting by mail, known as Trump v. California. The executive order claims to give Trump the authority to change U.S. election policy, which traditionally falls under the jurisdiction of Congress and state governments. The order aims to prevent non-citizens from voting in federal elections but has been criticized for potentially intimidating election officials and suppressing mail-in voting, which tends to favor Democratic voters.
A federal district court previously ruled that parts of the executive order exceed Trump's authority and must be struck down. However, Trump's legal team argues that the district court acted prematurely, asserting that the order has not yet been fully implemented. They claim that the executive order does not impose any immediate obligations until federal agencies take further action.
The Supreme Court's decision could have significant implications for future elections, as it may determine whether Trump can unilaterally alter election procedures and potentially affect the outcomes of federal elections.