Democrats are once again advocating for mail-in voting extensions, citing issues with the U.S. Postal Service that they claim could affect the upcoming election. These efforts, reminiscent of the 2020 election, have sparked criticism from conservatives who worry about the constitutionality of these changes.
In the lead-up to the 2020 election, concerns about mail delays were used to justify extending voting deadlines. Courts have since ruled that many of these extensions were unconstitutional because they bypassed state legislatures. These rulings underscore that election laws must be determined by legislative bodies, not through executive actions or court decisions.
A letter from election officials in NASS and NASED to Postmaster General Louis DeJoy claims that USPS issues are ongoing and could impact election outcomes. They urged immediate corrective action to avoid disenfranchising voters. Among those pushing for these changes are Adrian Fontes (D-AZ), Jena Griswold (D-CO), and Brad Raffensperger (R-GA).
Republicans argue that Democrats are attempting to unlawfully extend voting procedures. They warn that these actions could undermine election integrity and public trust in the democratic process. Conservatives emphasize that any changes to election rules must come through state legislatures, not executive decisions or judicial rulings.
As the push for mail-in voting extensions continues, concerns about the fairness of the election process and the Constitution remain front and center in the national debate.
