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When a verified public treatment changes materially, the earlier package stays preserved and this page records what changed. The current topic file remains the source for the controlling evidence.

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Material correction

The public question, treatment, jurisdiction result, controlling evidence, or another consequential fact changed. It appears in the chronology below.

Routine reverification

Sources were checked again and the supported public treatment did not materially change. The topic file advances its check date, but this ledger is not padded with a correction.

Private work stays private

Internal notes, incomplete drafts, search leads, and raw research packages are never published here. The ledger exposes only the public change description and verification metadata.

Chronology

Material changes, newest first

  1. Sep 4, 2026 · Material correction

    East Potomac Cherry Trees

    Record checked
    Sep 5, 2026
    Revision
    VF-RFBABB898E14A · protocol 2.0
    Primary records
    7

    What changed

    • The public question was clarified.
    • The public treatment was revised.
    • The reporting lead was updated; primary records remain the evidence layer.
    • The record-check date advanced from 2026-08-31 to 2026-09-05.
    • Local scope changed from no match to not applicable.
    • 7 primary-evidence records were added.
    • 5 superseded evidence records were removed from the current ledger; the prior package remains preserved.

    Primary records in this revision

    Federal · Sep 4, 2026Prior motions denied as moot; new briefing schedule orderedU.S. District Court for D.C. via RECAP · 1:26-cv-00477-ACR, September 4

    Because an amended complaint is forthcoming, the court denies ECF 8 (stay/preliminary injunction), ECF 51 (discovery) and ECF 34 (dismissal) as moot, and requires a joint briefing schedule by September 15. This order does not decide the merits of tree removal.

    Federal · Sep 3, 2026Plaintiffs report additional site workPlaintiffs’ filing in D.D.C. via RECAP · 1:26-cv-00477-ACR, ECF 69

    Plaintiffs allege accelerated activity, citing reports and declarations about tree removal, surveying and equipment. The filing separately identifies one cherry-tree allegation; it does not establish a total cherry-tree count. It quotes defense counsel describing maintenance. Allegations and the quoted response are not court findings.

    Federal · Sep 2, 2026Government advances standing and final-action argumentsGovernment filing in D.D.C. via RECAP · 1:26-cv-00477-ACR, ECF 67

    The government argues that recent Supreme Court stays support dismissal for lack of standing and final agency action. This filing is advocacy, not a dismissal order or a ruling permitting specific tree removals.

    Federal · Sep 3, 2026Plaintiffs distinguish the cited Supreme Court casesPlaintiffs’ filing in D.D.C. via RECAP · 1:26-cv-00477-ACR, ECF 68

    Plaintiffs argue that alleged recreational and environmental injuries and actual agency conduct distinguish the cited cases. These are opposing legal arguments, not judicially established facts.

    Federal · Jul 6, 2026Parties directed to confer on interim-preservation languageU.S. District Court for D.C. via RECAP · 1:26-cv-00477-ACR, July 6

    The court required the parties to meet and confer about proposed interim-preservation language governing site activities pending court action. The direction to propose language is not itself an adopted blanket ban.

    Administrative · Apr 30, 2026NPS describes planned compliance and maintenanceNational Park Service declaration filed in D.D.C. · 1:26-cv-00477-ACR, ECF 38-2

    At paragraphs 8–14, Bowron describes contemplated redesign, design procurement, compliance processes and maintenance. This is the agency’s dated sworn account and assurance, not a finding that later work fulfilled those requirements.

    Administrative · Jun 8, 2026Federal park administration and public-use rulesNational Park Service · National Mall and Memorial Parks, June 8 version

    The approved compendium identifies East Potomac Park within this federal park unit and sets public-use rules. It is not a tree-specific work authorization or judicial approval.

  2. Sep 4, 2026 · Material correction

    White House East Wing

    Record checked
    Sep 5, 2026
    Revision
    VF-R5C8D5A93ADF6 · protocol 2.0
    Primary records
    3

    What changed

    • The public question was clarified.
    • The public treatment was revised.
    • The reporting lead was updated; primary records remain the evidence layer.
    • The record-check date advanced from 2026-08-31 to 2026-09-05.
    • Local scope changed from no match to not applicable.
    • 2 primary-evidence records were added.
    • 2 superseded evidence records were removed from the current ledger; the prior package remains preserved.
  3. Sep 4, 2026 · Material correction

    2026 Midterm Elections

    Record checked
    Sep 5, 2026
    Revision
    VF-R749E528D165E · protocol 2.0
    Primary records
    9

    What changed

    • The public question was clarified.
    • The public treatment was revised.
    • The reporting lead was updated; primary records remain the evidence layer.
    • The record-check date advanced from 2026-08-31 to 2026-09-05.
    • Local scope changed from not applicable to found.
    • 8 primary-evidence records were added.
    • 4 superseded evidence records were removed from the current ledger; the prior package remains preserved.

    Primary records in this revision

    Federal · Sep 4, 2026September 4 USPS mail-voting orderDistrict of Massachusetts order, SCOTUS-filed copy · 1:26-cv-13917-IT ECF 156; related 1:26-cv-11549-IT

    Grants preliminary relief, denies a stay and dissolves the Aug. 27 TRO.

    Federal · Sep 4, 2026USPS v. California docketSupreme Court of the United States · SCOTUS 26A297

    Records the Sept. 3 application, Sept. 8 response deadline and Sept. 4 letter; mootness is the states' argument, not a Court disposition.

    Federal · Sep 3, 2026Government request for a staySolicitor General filing on Supreme Court docket · SCOTUS 26A297

    Records the government's arguments for relief; does not itself grant relief.

    Federal · Aug 24, 2026Trump v. CaliforniaSupreme Court of the United States · 26A124

    Stays the earlier injunction on threshold grounds without deciding that every implementing measure is lawful.

    Administrative · Aug 26, 2026Ballot Mail for Federal Elections, including Tribal IssuesUSPS via GovInfo · 91 FR 54966; document 2026-17238

    Establishes the rule text and the agency's response to tribal-address and consultation concerns; implementation is separately litigated.

    State · Sep 5, 2026North Carolina mail-voting instructionsNorth Carolina State Board of Elections · NCSBE Vote By Mail

    Routes registered NC voters to official request forms, county offices and distinct accessible/overseas options; date denotes this check, not enactment.

    Local · Sep 5, 2026County election-board selectorNorth Carolina State Board of Elections · NCSBE County BOE Information

    Provides county-specific office routing; no individual voting location was determined. Date denotes this check.

    Administrative · Mar 17, 2026Navajo Nation election-authority guidanceNavajo Nation · NN Human Rights Commission PSA 03172026

    Directs voters to Navajo Nation Election Administration and local county clerks. Used for tribal-scope routing only, not current deadline verification.

    Administrative · Feb 23, 2026Confirm voter registration statusU.S. General Services Administration · USAGov voter-registration confirmation

    Advises checking the controlling state registration record and allowing time for corrections before the applicable deadline.

  4. Aug 31, 2026 · Material correction

    Iran War

    Record checked
    Aug 31, 2026
    Revision
    VF-R04DE691E58B0 · protocol 2.0
    Primary records
    11

    What changed

    • The public treatment was revised.
    • The record-check date advanced from 2026-08-30 to 2026-08-31.
    • 3 primary-evidence records were added.

    Primary records in this revision

    Federal · Aug 28, 2026White House describes continuing blockade and control operationsThe White House · Strait of Hormuz

    The release states the Executive Branch's account of U.S. naval activity and maritime traffic; it is not congressional authorization or an independent finding.

    Federal · Aug 24, 2026Administration announces broader sectoral sanctionsThe White House · Operation Economic Outcast

    The release describes new sanctions targeting digital assets, technology, gold, aviation, and shipping; it states the Administration's policy and claims.

    International · Aug 24, 2026U.N. outlines proposed humanitarian-shipping mechanismUnited Nations · Strait of Hormuz mechanism

    The U.N. said the mechanism would require parties' political agreement, would not authorize passage or alter international-law rights, and was not an adjudication.

    Federal · Aug 3, 2026Letter informing Congress of July 27 military actionU.S. Government Publishing Office · H.Doc. 119-183

    The President reported strikes on Iran-aligned militia targets in Iraq and cited his constitutional authority as Commander in Chief and Chief Executive.

    Federal · Jul 30, 2026Senate motion to discharge S.J.Res. 181U.S. Senate · Roll Call 216, S.J.Res. 181

    The Senate rejected the motion to advance the later Iran withdrawal resolution, 49 to 50.

    Federal · Jul 23, 2026Later House Iran War Powers voteOffice of the Clerk, U.S. House · Roll Call 282, H.Con.Res. 89

    The House agreed to another removal resolution, H.Con.Res. 89, 214 to 208.

    International · Jul 2, 2026Briefing on the U.S.-Iran ceasefireUnited Nations DPPA · 10189th meeting

    The United Nations described renewed confrontation and urged restraint and diplomacy; the briefing did not adjudicate either side's legal position.

    Federal · Jun 23, 2026Senate vote on H.Con.Res. 86U.S. Senate · Roll Call 184, H.Con.Res. 86

    The Senate agreed to the concurrent resolution 50 to 48; a concurrent resolution is not presented as a public law.

    Federal · Jun 3, 2026House vote on Iran War Powers concurrent resolutionOffice of the Clerk, U.S. House · Roll Call 199, H.Con.Res. 86

    The House agreed to H.Con.Res. 86, directing removal of U.S. forces from hostilities with Iran, 215 to 208.

    Federal · May 7, 2026Proposed 2026 Authorization for Use of Military Force Against IranU.S. Government Publishing Office · H.J.Res. 176

    GovInfo lists the proposed Iran AUMF as introduced and referred to the House Foreign Affairs Committee, with no later listed action.

    International · Mar 10, 2026U.S. letter to the Security CouncilUnited Nations · S/2026/161

    The United States stated that combat operations began Feb. 28 and asserted individual and collective self-defense under Article 51.

  5. Aug 31, 2026 · Material correction

    Epstein Files

    Record checked
    Aug 31, 2026
    Revision
    VF-RA8C7F7384D29 · protocol 2.0
    Primary records
    12

    What changed

    • The public question was clarified.
    • The public treatment was revised.
    • The record-check date advanced from 2026-08-30 to 2026-08-31.
    • State scope changed from not applicable to found.
    • Local scope changed from not applicable to no match.
    • 8 primary-evidence records were added.
    • 3 superseded evidence records were removed from the current ledger; the prior package remains preserved.

    Primary records in this revision

    Federal · Aug 28, 2026Proposed next steps for remaining sealed recordsU.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York via RECAP · Giuffre v. Maxwell Dkt. 1368

    The parties and intervenor proposed procedures for further review; the filing is not a court order.

    Administrative · Aug 27, 2026EFTA report submitted to CongressU.S. Department of Justice via GovInfo · 91 FR 55356, FR Doc. 2026-17533

    DOJ published its report describing released and withheld categories, redaction bases, and named or referenced government officials and politically exposed persons; inclusion of a name is not a finding of wrongdoing.

    Federal · Aug 25, 2026Phang v. Blanche appealU.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit via Justia · D.C. Circuit 26-5299

    The appeal was docketed Aug. 25; initial submissions are due Sept. 24 and dispositive motions Oct. 9.

    Federal · Aug 21, 2026Continued district-court briefingU.S. District Court for the District of Columbia via RECAP · D.D.C. 1:26-cv-01417 Aug. 21

    The court ordered a government response by Aug. 27 and a plaintiff reply by Sept. 3; no final merits judgment has entered.

    State · Aug 5, 2026New Mexico seeks unredacted federal recordsNew Mexico Department of Justice · D.D.C. 1:26-cv-02762

    New Mexico sued DOJ for records for its reopened Zorro Ranch investigation; the complaint's allegations are not findings and the docket shows no merits ruling.

    State · Feb 19, 2026State criminal investigation reopenedNew Mexico Department of Justice · Zorro Ranch

    New Mexico's attorney general announced that the state criminal investigation into allegations at Zorro Ranch had been reopened.

    Federal · Aug 11, 2026Giuffre v. Maxwell disclosure orderU.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York via Justia · S.D.N.Y. 1:15-cv-07433 Dkt. 1367

    The court modified its protective order to permit DOJ to produce covered materials under EFTA subject to statutory withholding and redaction obligations.

    Administrative · Jul 17, 2026Epstein LibraryU.S. Department of Justice · DOJ Epstein Library

    The official library states its last update date, warns that some materials are not reliably searchable, and says it will update if more releasable documents are identified.

    Federal · Jun 25, 2026Phang v. Blanche memorandum opinionU.S. District Court for the District of Columbia via Justia · D.D.C. 1:26-cv-01417 ECF 16

    The court granted preliminary relief concerning specified redactions, foreign-language review, and the statutory redaction log; the case continued.

    Administrative · Apr 23, 2026Audit of DOJ EFTA complianceDOJ Office of Inspector General · DOJ OIG EFTA audit

    The Inspector General opened an audit of identification, collection, redaction, withholding, release, and post-release processes and has not posted a final report.

    Administrative · Jan 30, 2026DOJ publishes responsive pagesU.S. Department of Justice · DOJ 26-84

    DOJ reported nearly 3.5 million pages released and identified categories it said were withheld or not produced.

    Federal · Nov 19, 2025Epstein Files Transparency ActU.S. Congress · Public Law 119-38

    The Act requires DOJ to publish covered unclassified records subject to specified withholding and redaction rules and to report to Congress.

This chronology describes changes to Vote Files’ own public treatment. It is not a court docket and does not replace the primary records linked from the current topic file.

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