U.S. Supreme Court Mail-Ballot Ruling: In a 5–4 decision, the Court upheld Mississippi’s rule allowing ballots postmarked by Election Day to be counted even if they arrive days later—dealing a blow to GOP efforts to tighten mail voting. Election Integrity & Access: The ruling is already prompting reactions from states and voting-rights groups, while Utah Sen. Mike Lee renewed pressure for federal election changes after the Court “left the door open” to late arrivals. Next Legal Fight (Arizona): The Court also agreed to take up an Arizona case over proof-of-citizenship requirements for voter registration, raising the risk of disenfranchising eligible voters. Congressional Oversight: California Sen. Alex Padilla and Schumer launched a Senate election observer program aimed at protecting the 2026 midterms from meddling and misinformation. Local Voting Glitches: Green Bay reported duplicate ballots sent to some voters in select wards for an August primary, blaming a printing error. Philippines Political Reform: Sen. Robinhood Padilla pushed an anti-political dynasty bill, arguing the Constitution’s ban still lacks an implementing law. Haiti Anti-Corruption: A former ambassador tied to Haiti’s transitional council appeared in court over alleged bribery involving the National Bank of Credit. UK Devolution Pitch: Andy Burnham vowed a 10-year plan to “rip up” politics-as-usual by shifting power to regions and boosting housing and utilities control.