US Supreme Court deals blow to Trump, ruling states can accept ballots after Election Day

In a significant decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that states have the authority to count mail-in ballots received after Election Day, countering efforts by the Trump administration and several Republican-led states to enforce stricter deadlines. The 5-4 ruling emphasized that federal law doesn't mandate all ballots must arrive by poll closing time. This decision has major implications for future elections, potentially impacting voter access and the integrity of electoral processes, as it counters claims that could have led to challenges over late-arriving votes.