Administration asks US Supreme Court to uphold sweeping Trump order restricting vote-by-mail

The Trump administration has appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn a district court decision that halted a Trump-era executive order limiting vote-by-mail, a contentious move that could significantly restrict how Americans cast their ballots. This move follows a federal appeals court's recent refusal to reinstate the order, which has raised alarms about voter suppression and the integrity of upcoming elections. The Supreme Court's decision could have profound implications for voting rights and the democratic process, especially as the country grapples with increasing reliance on mail-in voting due to the pandemic.