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Trump sued by Schumer, Jeffries over executive order to increase federal involvement in elections

Trump signed an order changing federal involvement in mail-in voting and voter eligibility, prompting the lawsuit.

Trump sued by Schumer, Jeffries over executive order to increase federal involvement in elections
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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries joined Democratic committees and allied groups in suing to block President Donald Trump’s election-related executive order. Democrats say it oversteps federal authority and could restrict voting; the White House says it is a lawful effort to secure elections.

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ALSO MENTIONED  Abigail Jackson, White House spokeswoman who defended the executive order

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Democrats sue to block Trump's executive order targeting mail ballots

President Trump signed an executive order affecting mail-in voting, prompting legal challenges and objections to his authority. Center outlets emphasize the lawsuit and arguments that the order exceeds federal authority. Right-leaning outlets focus on Sen. Chris Murphy's criticism, including his claim that the order could increase Democratic turnout.

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