USPS Changes Threaten Late Mail-In Ballots
#VoteByMail #USPSUSPS mailing changes since 2025 can cause late postmarks, risking rejected mail-in ballots. Officials urge voters to use drop boxes or election offices instead. New extraordinary measures start late October, but rural voters remain vulnerable. read more
Mail-In Ballot Rules Lawsuit Threatens Midterm Vote
#VotingRights #USPSMilitary voters and others face uncertainty as legal battles over USPS mail ballot rules threaten midterm voting, forcing costly backup plans like flying home. Officials warn of confusion, disenfranchisement, and chaos if new requirements proceed. read more
Whistleblower warns USPS ballot changes could disenfranchise millions
#USPS #VotingRightsWhistleblower warns Trump's rushed USPS mail-in ballot changes could disenfranchise millions, with a zero-percent failure policy risking mass ballot rejections. Courts blocked the plan, but officials fear chaos ahead of midterms. read more
Whistleblower: USPS plan could derail midterm elections
#USPS #VotingRightsA whistleblower warns USPS's rushed, untested online portal for Trump's mail voting order could derail midterms, delaying ballots. Courts blocked parts, but appeals continue, risking eligible voters' ballots amid legal uncertainty. read more
Mail-In Ballot Rejections Double, Threatening Midterm Votes
#VotingRights #USPSMail-in ballots arriving late and uncounted increased in 12 states, with over 10,000 rejected in Michigan's primary. USPS slowdowns and Trump's executive order may disenfranchise voters, prompting officials to urge early mailing. read more
USPS Announces 6% Holiday Shipping Rate Increase
#USPS #ShippingRatesUSPS will raise package shipping rates by an average of 6 percent for the 2026 holiday season, effective October 4 through January 17, pending approval. This exceeds last year's increases, with costs varying by service, weight, and distance. read more
USPS Ballot Rule Tied to Supreme Court Trump Order
#USPS #VotingRightsUSPS finalized mail ballot rules tied to Trump's order, pending Supreme Court action. The regulation faces legal hurdles from a Boston judge, with North Carolina ballots due September 4. Justice Department plans 1,000 election monitors for midterms. read more
Postal Service delays cash crisis to 2031
#USPS #PostalServiceThe US Postal Service delays cash crisis until 2031-2034 by pausing retirement payments. Postmaster General warns of borrowing from retirement funds. Six-day delivery remains financially unsustainable as mail volume declines. Congress urged to reform USPS business model. read more
USPS Bald Eagle Stamps Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday
#USPS #BaldEagleUSPS released bald eagle stamps for America's 250th birthday, depicting five life stages from hatchling to adult. The bird symbolizes strength and conservation success, recovering from endangerment to over 300,000 eagles today. read more
USPS proposes handgun shipments for first time since 1927
#USPS #GunControlA proposed Trump administration rule would allow USPS to mail handguns for the first time since 1927, sparking opposition from 24 states' attorneys general who warn it undermines gun violence prevention efforts and state laws. read more
USPS, Amazon Strike Deal Averting Delivery Crisis
#USPS #AmazonDealThe USPS and Amazon reached a tentative deal, avoiding a potential 66% volume cut. The new agreement involves a more gradual 20% reduction, securing over 1 billion annual deliveries and crucial revenue for the financially strained Postal Service. read more
Postmaster General Louis DeJoy Resigns Amid Clash with Government
#USPS #DeJoyResignsLouis DeJoy, the U.S. postmaster general, has resigned amid reports of a clash over giving Elon Musk's DOGE access to mail systems. Former Republican donor DeJoy was appointed by Trump, but fell out of favor by opposing broad access to DOGE. read more
USPS to Cut 10,000 Jobs in Efficiency Deal, Democrats Concerned
#USPS #workforcecutsThe U.S. Postal Service plans to cut 10,000 jobs under a new agreement with DOGE, supported by Elon Musk's team. Democrats caution that this move could have catastrophic consequences for all Americans, especially those in rural areas. read more
Trump's USPS Privatization Plan Could Harm Rural Communities and Businesses
#USPS #PrivatizationEffectsTrump is considering privatizing the USPS, which could disproportionately harm his rural base. The agency serves vital functions, such as delivering in hard-to-reach areas. Economists warn that privatization could raise costs for rural residents, potentially prompting small businesses to relocate. read more
USPS Resumes Processing Packages from China, Trump Imposes Tariffs
#USPS #TradeWarThe U.S. Postal Service reversed its decision to suspend packages from China and Hong Kong in response to Trump's trade war. Trump imposed tariffs, impacting Chinese e-commerce companies and leading to potential price hikes for Americans. read more
US Postal Service suspends parcels from China and Hong Kong
#USPS #TradeWarThe US Postal Service halts parcel shipments from China, and President Trump closes the "Shein loophole." Trump's 10% tariff on Chinese goods has come into effect, impacting nearly half of de minimis shipments to the US. China retaliates with tariffs on US goods. read more
"Trump Eyes Postal Service Privatization Amid Financial Struggles"
#USPS #PostalServicePrivatizationPresident-elect Trump supports the idea of privatizing the United States Postal Service, a move that has been long-discussed by Republicans. This decision could potentially dismantle a beloved public agency, established by the Constitution, sparking concerns about universal service and price hikes. read more
USPS Employee Alleges Retaliation and Racism in Workplace
#USPS #racismaccusationsCarla Thomas Vinson, a longtime employee at the United States Postal Service, has accused USPS of retaliation and harassment after raising racism allegations. This includes facing intimidation and bullying after reporting two white coworkers using racial slurs. read more
#USPS #ChicagoCrime
A postal worker, Octavia Redmond, was shot dead while delivering mail in Chicago by an unknown assailant who fled the scene. The motive is still unknown, and an investigation is ongoing. There is a growing concern about crimes against postal workers. read more
#USPS #MailSurveillance
In the last decade, over 60,000 requests from law enforcement have been made to the US Postal Service to inspect mail, with a high approval rate. Critics have called this practice 'warrantless surveillance,' prompting concerns about privacy. read more
#USPS #DogAttacks
A Pennsylvania postal worker needed 16 stitches after a dog attack, highlighting a common danger faced by mail carriers. Dog attacks on USPS employees rose in 2023, with California leading in incidents. USPS urges dog owners to secure their pets. read more
#USPS #PostalWorkerSafety
In the US, Pennsylvania ranks fourth in dog attacks on postal workers. California, Texas, and Ohio top the list. USPS urges dog owners to secure pets, highlighting the dangers faced by carriers like Tara Snyder who suffered a serious dog bite while delivering mail. read more