A significant case pending before the US Supreme Court, Watson v. Republican National Committee, could lead to the end of delayed ballot counts in California and other states. This case addresses the counting of mail-in ballots that arrive after Election Day, a practice currently allowed in several states, including California, if the envelopes are postmarked by Election Day. The Republican National Committee (RNC) argues that this practice undermines voter confidence in elections, as seen in the recent Los Angeles mayoral race, where candidates Spencer Pratt and Nithya Raman are still awaiting results nearly a week after the election. RNC Chairman Joe Gruters condemned the delays as a failure of Democratic governance. During oral arguments, conservative justices appeared sympathetic to the RNC's arguments, while liberal justices questioned the rationale for changing established voting practices. The Supreme Court's decision, expected before the summer recess, could have broad implications for election laws nationwide, potentially restoring confidence in the electoral process. Some advocates suggest that better funding for election infrastructure could alleviate counting delays.