President Donald Trump cast his ballot by mail in a Florida special election on March 24, 2026. The vote was recorded for the state House District 87 race in Palm Beach County.
Palm Beach County election records indicate that Trump requested a mail-in ballot and that his vote was officially counted. This district encompasses the area including the Mar-a-Lago estate.
News outlets including CNN confirmed the details of the voting action on Tuesday. Information regarding the ballot surfaced following public disclosure of county election records and various social media reports.
The President's decision to utilize mail-in voting has drawn attention due to his previous public statements. He has frequently characterized the mail-in process as susceptible to systemic fraud.
In various public forums, Trump has referred to mail-in voting as "mail-in cheating." As recently as March 23, 2026, he stated that changes must be implemented regarding how these ballots are handled.
Concurrent with his personal use of a mail ballot, Trump is currently advocating for federal legislation to limit the practice. He is pushing Congress to pass a bill restricting mail-in voting options.
Under the proposed legislation, mail-in voting would be reserved for specific authorized cases. These include documented illness, physical disability, active military service, or confirmed travel during the election period.
This is not the first instance of Trump voting by mail in the state of Florida. Records show he has utilized the state's mail-in system for several previous elections despite his vocal opposition.
The Florida special election has served as a focal point for broader discussions on election integrity. Supporters of the proposed federal restrictions argue they are necessary for national security.
Critics of the bill point to the President's personal usage of the mail-in system. They argue the proposed restrictions could potentially disenfranchise a significant portion of the general voting population.
The legislative debate continues as Congress reviews the proposed changes to national voting standards. Palm Beach County officials maintain that the current local voting systems remain functional and secure.