Vote by mail

ProPublica reports that the White House played a far larger role than previously known in pushing to sharply restrict mail-in voting, working for nearly a year to dictate how mail-in ballots are processed. The investigation describes behind-the-scenes drama inside the administration over the effort. The story is drawing attention for newly detailing the origins of Trump's voting restrictions.

Colorado voters are being reminded that mail ballots for the upcoming election will start arriving as early as Friday, with all ballots mailed out by next Friday. Residents are urged to check that their voter registration is current through the Colorado Secretary of State's website, and to register if they have not yet done so.

A Michigan voter reports receiving their 2026 midterm general election ballot on September 28, 2026, just four days after it was mailed on September 24, and returning it the same day to an early voting drop box. The post encourages others to register and vote in the midterm elections.

The Bernalillo County Clerk in New Mexico says mail-in ballot operations are proceeding on schedule following a Supreme Court ruling that went against a Trump administration plan. The decision removes uncertainty for election officials, and the county is confirming that voters' mail-in ballots will be handled as planned for the upcoming election cycle.

Voting is already underway in Maryland ahead of the 2026 election, with residents able to cast ballots ahead of election day. Early and mail-in voting have become an increasingly large share of turnout in the state. The news matters because Maryland's contests will help shape the balance of power in the state government and Congress, and campaigns are now urging supporters to vote early.

Washoe County, Nevada, has published the key dates for the 2026 election cycle, covering when mail ballots go out, the early voting window, and Election Day. The county registrar's guidance helps voters plan ahead for the primaries and general election. Local outlet This Is Reno highlighted the schedule, giving residents in Reno and surrounding areas a single reference point for voting deadlines.

Colorado holds its Election Day on November 3, with voters deciding on candidates, statewide ballot measures and local races. News outlets are publishing voter guides covering who is on the ballot, what the measures would do, and the practical details of casting a vote, including mail ballots, deadlines and polling locations across the state.

Absentee ballots for the November state general election have been mailed out to voters, according to a report from Midland, Michigan. Eligible voters who requested a ballot can now fill it out and return it by mail, drop box, or in person ahead of Election Day. Clerks typically encourage voters to return ballots early to ensure they arrive before the counting deadline.

Idaho is mailing out its official voter pamphlet for the 2026 elections, giving households information on candidates, ballot measures and voting procedures ahead of the contests. The pamphlet is a key resource for residents preparing to cast ballots, and its arrival is being noted as the state's election calendar moves into gear.

The US Supreme Court has declined to reinstate a Postal Service rule affecting mail ballots, leaving it blocked ahead of the midterm elections. The decision means lower-court orders keeping the rule on hold will stand while election procedures are finalized. The ruling is drawing attention from election officials and voters preparing for the midterms.