Mississippi Voting Lawsuit Challenges Post-Election Day Ballot Counting

A panel of Trump-appointed judges hears arguments that could impact mail-in voting rules nationwide.

Republicans argue Mississippi's acceptance of mail-in ballots up to five days after Election Day violates federal law.
The case, heard by three 5th Circuit judges, could set a precedent affecting 20 states with similar laws.
The GOP aims to escalate the case to the Supreme Court to establish a nationwide standard for Election Day ballot receipt.
Democrats and voting rights advocates contend that the lawsuit is an attempt to suppress valid votes.
A ruling in favor of the GOP could disrupt mail-in voting practices in states like California, New York, and Nevada.