He has attempted to alter the rules of the ballot by executive will, against the authority reserved to states and Congress.

Trump issued election orders seeking proof-of-citizenship requirements, federal voter lists, and restrictions on mail ballots; significant provisions were blocked by courts.

Different parts of the administration’s election program have met different outcomes. Courts have blocked major citizenship and mail-ballot provisions, while other litigation remains pending. The administration argues these measures protect election integrity; opponents say they risk excluding eligible voters.