Supreme Court rules states can accept mail ballots after Election Day

The Supreme Court made a significant decision allowing states to count mail-in ballots that arrive after Election Day, as long as they were postmarked by the deadline. This ruling overturns a challenge from the Republican National Committee, supporting the practices of more than a dozen states. This move is crucial for ensuring fair and accurate vote counting, especially in close races, and addresses concerns about voter accessibility. The 5-4 decision highlights ongoing partisan tensions around election procedures.