Midterm elections are approaching and a new rule is causing concern. Election officials, both current and former, have expressed doubts about meeting the requirements. They believe it would require extraordinary circumstances for their areas to be in compliance.

The new rule affects mail-in ballots and is being implemented by the U.S. Postal Service. Officials are worried about the tight deadline, with only weeks to go before the elections.

Further details about the situation and the concerns of election officials can be found in the original report.