News-News.Zip

News in English (USA) / 27.03.2026 / 20:00

Trump Defends Mail Voting Despite Criticism

Former President Donald Trump finds himself in hot water after casting a mail-in ballot in a Florida special election, a method he has publicly criticized as ‘mail-in cheating.’ Trump explained that his busy schedule and presidential duties necessitated his decision to vote by mail, asserting, ‘Because I’m president.’ This has led to accusations of hypocrisy, with critics pointing out the contradiction between his actions and his rhetoric against mail-in voting. Supporters and family members, including Melania and Barron Trump, also voted by mail, further fueling the backlash. As Trump continues to push for restrictions on absentee voting, his use of mail ballots raises significant questions about his stance on the issue.
The New York Times, NBC News, Politico, CNN, Democracy Docket, The Washington Post, The New Republic, WPEC, Fox News, USA Today