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Vermont Joins 24 States in USPS Election Lawsuit | Montpelier News
Vermont joins 24 other states in a bold legal challenge against the U.S. Postal Service, arguing a new federal rule undermines state sovereignty over elections. The USPS mandate—born from a past executive order—demands strict ballot formatting and voter eligibility verification, forcing states to submit voter lists and approve envelope designs, risking disenfranchisement, especially in rural areas. State officials warn the rule creates confusion and violates constitutional authority, calling mail-in voting safe and essential. The lawsuit, filed in Massachusetts, seeks to block enforcement…
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