Following a previous ruling that paused a key portion of President Trump's voting executive order, another federal judge has now blocked additional provisions of the order. U.S. District Court Judge Denise Casper in Massachusetts affirmed the pause on controversial requirements for proof of citizenship when registering to vote using the national form. She also blocked a provision that aimed to prevent states from counting mail ballots received after Election Day but postmarked on time.

According to Judge Casper, states have the authority to set election rules, not the president, as outlined in the Constitution. The ruling challenges the President's power over elections and emphasizes the importance of free and fair electoral processes.

White House spokesperson Harrison Fields expressed President Trump's commitment to election integrity, despite objections from Democrats. The executive order, which had previously faced legal challenges, called for the withholding of funds from states with lenient mail ballot deadlines. While some officials support these rules for their convenience, Republicans argue they favor Democrats and could lead to fraudulent activities.

The ruling also blocked new requirements for U.S. citizens abroad to register and vote, which would have added additional steps to the process. This provision was deemed contrary to Congress's intent to facilitate voting for Americans living overseas.

Overall, the decision highlights the ongoing legal battles surrounding election regulations and the balance of power between federal and state authorities.