Trump Renews Attack on Mail-In Voting After Putin Meeting

President Trump announced a renewed push to eliminate mail-in voting and reform voting machines, attributing the move to advice from Russian leader Vladimir Putin. Trump claims mail-in ballots led to his 2020 defeat and insists states must comply with federal directives to ensure election integrity. His executive actions face legal challenges, with critics accusing him of undermining democratic processes.

Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read condemned Trump’s efforts, arguing mail-in voting protects vulnerable populations like the elderly and hourly workers. Meanwhile, Trump’s campaign previously encouraged mail-in voting for supporters, creating a stark contradiction. His latest rhetoric focuses on alleged fraud, despite courts and analysts finding no evidence to support his claims.

Trump vows further executive action before the 2026 midterms, framing the issue as a battle for honesty in elections. During a meeting with Ukraine’s president, he reiterated his stance, calling mail-in ballots “corrupt” and vowing GOP resistance. The debate intensifies as Democrats and Republicans clash over voting rights and election security.

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