Maryland AG Anthony Brown Welcomes Supreme Court Decision Upholding Block on USPS Mail Voting Rule

Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued an official statement this morning, following a major ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court that declined a request by the Trump administration to stay a preliminary injunction against a contested U.S. Postal Service (USPS) mail voting rule.

Key Takeaways from the Decision

* Injunction Left Intact: The Supreme Court’s action leaves the lower court's preliminary injunction in place, preventing the implementation of the new federal USPS mail voting restrictions.

* Attorney General Brown’s Statement: Brown affirmed the Court’s decision, stating that the Postal Service lacks constitutional authority to alter election administration or decide ballot delivery, emphasizing that states hold primary constitutional authority over conducting elections.

* Litigation Status: While the ruling ensures the preliminary injunction remains active, legal challenges regarding the underlying merits of the rule continue in federal court.

Voter Resources & Election Logistics

* For questions about registration status, mail-in voting requirements, ballot tracking, or official polling procedures in Maryland, voters should consult official election resources directly through the [Maryland State Board of Elections](https://elections.maryland.gov/) or their local county board of elections.

* Complete statements and official legal filings can be reviewed on the Office of the Attorney General of Maryland website.