Supreme Court Rules 7–2 Rep. Mike Bost Can Challenge Illinois Mail-In Ballot Deadline

Jan 16, 2026

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Conservative group asks U.S. Supreme Court to review Mike Bost's challenge to how mail-in votes are counted in Illinois | Capitol News Illinois

The U.S. Supreme Court confirmed Wednesday that Republican Rep. Mike Bost of Illinois can challenge his state’s mail-in ballot deadline, a decision that could reshape how election laws are contested nationwide. The 7–2 ruling does not overturn Illinois’ counting rules but clears the way for political candidates to bring federal challenges.

The decision …

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