USPS Mail Processing Changes Threaten Voter Access and Election Integrity

As millions of Americans prepare to cast their ballots by mail—a method essential to the exercise of their constitutional right—unannounced changes by the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) threaten to disrupt this democratic process. The latest USPS policy adjustments now allow postmarks to reflect processing dates at distant regional centers rather than when ballots are actually mailed. This shift could delay postmarks and jeopardize ballot validity in critical upcoming elections. Is Cost-Cutting Undermining Our National Sovereignty and Electoral Security? USPS has implemented sweeping consolidations, shuttering local processing centers and funneling mail through fewer, larger hubs. While touted as cost-saving measures for...