Ron Wyden is a Democratic United States senator representing Oregon.
Case
Trump’s administration says new USPS ballot-mail requirements will deter fraud. States, civil-rights groups and some justices dispute their authority and timing. The case asks whether mandatory enforcement should proceed for the November 2026 election.
Role at the time: United States senator from Oregon
Statement summary
Wyden condemns the administration’s mail-voting actions and argues they are intended to obstruct free and fair elections.
“His actions are illegal”
Directly rejects the policy’s legality and implementation.
Statement dates: September 14, 2026
Statement dates: September 14, 2026
