What is the US Postal Service (USPS)?

The US Postal Service (USPS) is a government agency that delivers mail and packages.

What is a mail-in ballot?

A mail-in ballot is a way for people to vote in an election without going to a polling place.

What is the Trump administration's rule?

The Trump administration's rule is a proposal to change how mail-in ballots are delivered and counted.

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Appeals court narrows setback for Trump USPS mail-in ballot policy

First publishedJul 18, 16:18 UTC

Last updatedJul 18, 19:49 UTC · 13m ago

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Appeals court narrows setback for Trump USPS mail-in ballot policy

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A federal appeals court allowed USPS to move forward with mail-in ballot changes, but the Trump administration rule remains stalled.

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A US appeals court made a decision about mail-in ballots. The court allowed the US Postal Service (USPS) to change how it delivers mail-in ballots. However, the Trump administration's rule to change mail-in ballots is still blocked.

Why it matters

This decision affects how people vote in the US. It could change how mail-in ballots are delivered and counted.

In brief

What is the US Postal Service (USPS)?: The US Postal Service (USPS) is a government agency that delivers mail and packages.
What is a mail-in ballot?: A mail-in ballot is a way for people to vote in an election without going to a polling place.
What is the Trump administration's rule?: The Trump administration's rule is a proposal to change how mail-in ballots are delivered and counted.

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The outlets report the same basic facts, but with a focus on the court's decision and its impact on voting.

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The court's decision allows USPS to move forward with mail-in ballot changes.
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The HillJul 18, 16:18Reports the court's decision as a setback for Trump's rule.
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The Trump administration's rule remains stalled due to a separate court order.
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The HillJul 18, 16:18Emphasizes the ongoing block on Trump's rule.

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