The US government has asked the Supreme Court to allow a plan for mail-in ballots to take effect immediately. This move is largely procedural but highlights the president's desire to restrict mail-in voting during the upcoming midterm elections. The request was made in an emergency appeal.

The US Postal Service noted that ballots for the November midterm elections are already being sent out in one state. Other states are expected to follow soon. The USPS is seeking permission from the Supreme Court to implement its rule quickly.

Further details on this development are available from the source, including the implications of the Supreme Court's potential decision on the midterm elections.