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Judge again blocks Trump mail ballot executive order in ruling that's likely to be swiftly appealed
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Nicholas Riccardi | The Associated Press , as published by NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· August 27, 2026
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Key points A 14-day hold has been placed on implementing the order, which limits mail voting. President Donald Trump's executive order has been put on hold again.
President Donald Trump's executive order has been put on hold again. This move comes as midterm elections are approaching. A 14-day hold has been placed on implementing the order, which limits mail voting.
Further details about the case are available, including the judge's ruling. U.S. District Court Judge Indira Talwani made the decision, which is likely to be appealed.
The order's implementation has been stalled for a second time, just before mail ballots are set to be sent out.
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Published: August 27, 2026 ·
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