Former President Trump is intensifying his campaign against mail-in voting as the 2026 midterm elections approach. He has made several controversial statements, including a claim that Putin advised him against mail-in voting, asserting it compromises election integrity. Trump’s efforts, which include potential executive orders to eliminate mail-in ballots, have sparked significant debate across the political spectrum. Critics argue that such moves threaten state rights and could ultimately backfire on the GOP, given that they previously invested in mail ballot initiatives. Various state officials and election experts have defended the current mail-in voting systems, emphasizing their security and effectiveness in allowing citizens to participate in democracy. As Trump’s rhetoric escalates, so does the challenge to the legality and constitutionality of his proposed changes to the voting process.