A federal judge has permanently prohibited President Donald Trump's administration from enforcing a requirement for voters to provide documentary proof of citizenship when registering to vote. The ruling, issued by U.S. District Court Judge Denise Casper in Boston, solidifies a previous preliminary injunction against the measure, which was part of Trump's first executive order on elections.

A judge has prohibited federal immigration agents from making arrests at immigration courts, marking a significant setback for the Trump administration's policy changes initiated after President Trump's inauguration. This ruling addresses the controversial practice that emerged under the administration, which reversed a long-standing policy against such arrests, according to AP.

President Donald Trump is contemplating a ban on pregnant foreign women entering the United States following the Supreme Court's ruling that invalidated his birthright citizenship ban. This proposed measure is part of a wider initiative by the Trump administration aimed at reducing what it terms "birth tourism," where individuals travel to the U.S. to give birth and secure citizenship for their children.

Postmaster General David Steiner informed a Senate committee that the U.S. Postal Service plans to limit mail-in ballot deliveries to states that do not supply lists of eligible voters. This initiative aligns with a proposal from the Trump administration aimed at enhancing verification processes ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The announcement has raised concerns among Democrats regarding election oversight.

On July 4, 2026, President Donald Trump delivered a speech on the National Mall to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, which was delayed by severe thunderstorms. The weather forced thousands of attendees to take shelter in nearby federal buildings and museums. Trump spoke for approximately 30 minutes, during which he also advocated for a voter ID bill.

On June 24, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that immigration officers at ports of entry can treat green card holders as applicants for admission if they have a "reason to believe" the individual committed a disqualifying offense. This 6-3 decision lowers the evidentiary threshold for Customs and Border Protection, leading to increased scrutiny for green card holders reentering the United States.