Supreme Court to Hear Key Case on Illinois Post-Election Mail-In Ballot Law

The Supreme Court is set to hear a pivotal case regarding election integrity, focusing on whether GOP candidate Congressman Mike Bost and others have the legal standing to challenge Illinois' law permitting mail-in ballots to be counted up to 14 days after Election Day. This case, brought forth by Judicial Watch, highlights concerns that such extended counting periods may violate federal election laws and impact the accuracy of vote tallies and candidates' electoral prospects. The Court's decision is expected to clarify when candidates can sue over election rules, a question that has yielded mixed rulings in federal courts since 2020. Additionally, the Supreme Court is addressing other significant election-related cases, including challenges to congressional redistricting in Louisiana and campaign finance regulations, which could affect how states manage federal elections and influence voter access. Critics warn that rulings limiting candidates' ability to challenge election laws could weaken protections and make it harder to contest election irregularities. Meanwhile, in Pennsylvania, GOP efforts to unseat Supreme Court justices revolve around accusations of judicial overreach in election-related decisions, underscoring the political stakes tied to election law interpretation in key swing states.