Supreme Court rules states can count late-arriving mailed ballots, rejecting Trump-led challenge

In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court upheld state laws allowing the counting of mailed ballots that arrive after Election Day, provided they are postmarked by then. This decision effectively rejects the Trump-led challenge that sought to invalidate these practices. With mail-in voting surging due to the pandemic, this ruling ensures that millions of votes will be counted, maintaining the integrity of the electoral process and addressing concerns about voter disenfranchisement. The ruling underscores the Court's role in safeguarding democratic processes amidst contentious challenges.