Sauer seeks enforcement of the ballot-mail rule
U.S. solicitor general, representing the government
“an important federal policy to protect the mails from being used to commit voter fraud”
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Government litigation position seeking immediate relief from the preliminary injunction. It argues that the requirements fall within postal powers and protect against fraudulent use of the mail.
Before the quotation
The government applies for a Supreme Court stay.
After the quotation
The application argues the controls are modest and do not transfer election administration to USPS.
How this statement is classified
Responding to: Mandatory USPS ballot-mail requirements are lawful postal controls and should be enforced for the November 2026 election.
The label describes this statement’s response within the context above.
Why this label?
Defends 2026 enforcement through the government’s stay application.
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