Supreme Court upholds Mississippi law counting late-arriving mail ballots

The Supreme Court's 5-4 decision upheld a Mississippi law that counts mail ballots arriving days after Election Day, countering claims that federal law mandates ballots must reach by Election Day to be counted. This ruling allows states to set their own deadlines for counting late ballots, a move that could influence voter access and electoral outcomes. The decision highlights the ongoing debate over election laws and voter rights, emphasizing the importance of state versus federal authority in shaping election procedures.