Alaska Ballot Grace Period Faces Supreme Court Challenge

Voting rights advocates in Alaska are expressing concern over a Supreme Court case that could potentially eliminate the state's established practice of accepting mail-in ballots post-Election Day. This grace period has been a long-standing feature of Alaska's electoral process, aimed at ensuring all eligible votes are counted. The potential ruling has sparked debate about election integrity and accessibility. Should the Supreme Court rule against the grace period, it could significantly impact voter turnout and the administration of elections in the state, raising questions about the future of ballot submission deadlines nationwide.