Judge: All Texas Voters Should Be Allowed To Vote By Mail Due To Virus

A U.S. District Judge ruled that Texas' restrictions on mail voting are unconstitutional, allowing all voters to request absentee ballots due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Texas Democratic Party argued that fear of COVID-19 should be considered a disability, and the judge agreed, stating that voters should have the option to vote by mail to avoid health risks. This ruling will remain in effect until the case is resolved or the pandemic ends.

What did U.S. District Judge Fred Berry say about the state's vote by mail restrictions?

What are the current restrictions on voting by mail in Texas according to the Texas Election Code?

How did the Texas Democratic Party argue that fear of COVID-19 should be classified?

What was the judge's reasoning for allowing voters to choose between voting by mail and in person?

What does the ruling extend until, according to the judge's statement?